This is one of my favorite Cuban foods. It reminds me of the countryside. I like this with black bean soup and rice and either platanos maduros (fried ripe plantains) or tostones (fried pressed plantains). You could also serve with black beans and rice cooked together. A spicy Cabernet Sauvignon would go well with this dish.
Provided by fandreu
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut 1 onion in half and thinly slice the remaining onion. Set aside.
- Combine flank steak, halved onion, bell pepper, and bay leaf in a large saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer until meat is easily shredded with 2 forks, about 20 minutes. Transfer flank steak to a work surface and let cool, about 10 minutes. Strain beef broth and save for another use. Shred cooled meat using 2 forks and place into a separate bowl.
- Mix garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt in another bowl. Apply paste onto the meat, along with lime juice, olive oil, and sliced onion. Let stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to 1 1/2 hours.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter. Working in small batches, spread shredded beef in a thin layer into the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook, turning once or twice, until sizzling and crispy, about 7 minutes per batch. Transfer to a platter and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 38.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 267.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
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BONGI PRIM NXUMALO
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.
Raik Blackmon
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.
josue Miguel
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.
Anita CH
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Felistas Adhiambo
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Cuban food, and this recipe did not disappoint. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.
Bill Dyar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Mama Tonas
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.
Tim HOFSTETTER
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.
Noor jamal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beef, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Ginger foisey
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.
kukiriza rebecca
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful.
OtroRichardXD
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.