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Cuban Beef Shredded

Cuban Beef Shredded

Discover the rich flavors of Cuban Beef Shredded, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and packed with tradition. Try it today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.4 kg beef flank, shoulder, or brisket
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 500 ml beef broth
  • 410 g crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 1 cup green olives, optional (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lime juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon
  • Two forks for shredding
  • Slow cooker (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and pat the beef dry.
  2. Sear the beef on all sides until golden-brown, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add onions and bell peppers; cook for 7–10 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another minute.
  5. Add cumin, paprika, allspice, and cloves to the pot and stir.
  6. Pour in beef broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, and bay leaves; mix well.
  7. Return the beef to the pot, bring to a boil, cover, and let it simmer for 2 hours.
  8. Shred the beef in the pot once fork-tender and mix in olives and capers for 5 minutes.
  9. Finish with vinegar or lime juice and season with salt, pepper, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Marinate the beef overnight for extra flavor. Leftovers taste even better after a day or two in the fridge. Consider serving with rice, tacos, or crusty bread. For a vegetarian version, jackfruit can be substituted for beef. Adjust spices or add heat according to personal preference.
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