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Cuban Shredded Beef: Discover a Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful Cuban dish featuring tender, shredded beef cooked with spices and citrus.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds flank steak
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the flank steak and sear on both sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the steak and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the cumin, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Return the seared flank steak to the skillet. Pour in the beef broth, orange juice, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, and add the bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  6. Once cooked, remove the beef from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the sautéed vegetables.
  • Serve the shredded beef in tortillas for tacos or over rice for a hearty meal.

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