How to Make Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ropa Vieja is a classic Cuban dish that translates to "old clothes" in Spanish, referring to the shredded beef that resembles torn rags. It is a flavorful and comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion, and it can easily be made in a slow cooker for added convenience. If you're a fan of hearty and satisfying dishes, you'll love this Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja recipe.

The key to making this dish is starting with a tough cut of beef, such as flank steak or chuck roast, that will becom...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 2 pounds beef sirloin tip roast
  • 1 (28 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 3 bell peppers, seeded and sliced into strips
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 10 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook beef roast in the hot oil until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer roast to a slow cooker. Pour tomatoes and beef broth over roast; add onions and bell peppers.
  • Mix tomato paste, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, cumin, and salt together in a bowl; pour over onions and bell peppers.
  • Cook on High for 1 hour. Decrease heat to Low and cook until beef is tender enough to shred, about 8 hours.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker and shred on a work surface using 2 forks. Return shredded beef to slow cooker; add cilantro and stir.
  • Cook on Low for 1 hour more.
  • Nutrition

    327 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 1153mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 58mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 826mg