Ropa vieja

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef flankFind in the shop →
• 1 can crushed tomatoes and 2 tablespoons tomato pasteFind in the shop →
• 2 bell peppers, 1 onion, 4 garlic clovesFind in the shop →
• 1 teaspoon cumin, oregano, bay leafFind in the shop →
• Green olives (optional), salt; rice and black beans to serveFind in the shop →

Method

1. Cook the beef with bay leaf and salt in water for 1 h 30, until very tender.
2. Let it cool slightly and shred it with two forks; keep some broth.
3. Fry the onion, garlic and sliced peppers in oil.
4. Add the cumin, oregano, tomatoes, paste and a glass of broth; cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add the meat and olives and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with rice and black beans.