Ropa Vieja in a Slow Cooker

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 green bell peppers, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

8-10 hours on low, or 4-5 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the steak with salt and pepper. Sear it in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
2. Transfer the steak to the slow cooker. Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, tomato sauce, beef broth, red wine, cilantro, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours.
4. Remove the steak from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded steak to the slow cooker and cook for another 30 minutes to 1 hour.
5. Serve over rice or your favorite side dish.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400 per serving
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful shredded steak
• Rich and savory tomato-based sauce
• Bright and colorful bell peppers
• Aromatic cilantro and oregano
• Tangy vinegar for balance

User Comments:

• "This ropa vieja is amazing! The meat is so tender and the sauce is flavorful and tangy."
• "Easy to make in the slow cooker, perfect for a weeknight meal."
• "I love the combination of the bell peppers and steak. They add a great sweetness and crunch."
• "The vinegar gives this dish a unique and delicious flavor."
• "I have made this recipe several times and it is always a hit with my family and friends."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the steak is tender, use a flank steak or skirt steak that is at least 1 inch thick.
• If you don't have red wine, you can substitute it with additional beef broth.
• If the sauce is too thick, add more beef broth to thin it out.
• Serve the ropa vieja over rice, beans, or your favorite side dish.