Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

10 min prep time
6 hr cook time
10servings
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Recipe by Lara Rondinelli Hamilton, RD, LDN, CDE and Jennifer Bucko Lamplough Source The Diabetes Cookbook Photo by Adobe Stock
Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

How to Make Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

Ropa Vieja is a classic Cuban dish. The literal translation is "old clothes" and refers to the stringy texture of the meat when it is shredded. It make a great filling for tacos, or served along side rice or plantains. Complete the meal with serving of vegetables like a simple salad or flavorful roasted veggies like these Cubano Roasted Broccoli Florets.
10 min prep time
6 hr cook time
10servings
1/2 cup
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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, cover and cook on high for 6 hours.
  2. When the meat is done, gently remove from the sauce. Puree the sauce with an immersion blender or in a stand blender.
  3. Shred the beef and return to the sauce.
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Nutrition facts

10 Servings

  • Serving Size
    1/2 cup
  • Amount per serving Calories 170
  • Total Fat 7g
    • Saturated Fat 2.9g
    • Trans Fats 0g
  • Cholesterol 45mg
  • Sodium 200mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 6g
    • Dietary Fiber 1g
    • Total Sugars 3g
    • Added Sugars 0g
  • Protein 20g
  • Potassium 530mg
  • Phosphorous 205mg
Ingredients
flank steak
2 lbs
red bell peppers (seeded and sliced)
2
large red onion (sliced)
1
fresh cilantro (with stems)
1 cup
no-salt-added canned diced tomatoes
1 (15-oz) can
red wine vinegar
1/2 cup
garlic (minced)
4 clove
salt
1/2 tsp
black pepper
1/2 tsp
cumin
1 tsp
crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp

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