Ropa Vieja (Shredded Beef)

Ingredients

Directions

1. Boil flank at medium heat until very tender (about 2 hours). Remove fat. Separate beef into strips and set aside.
2. In blender or food processor, purée onion and green pepper together (add 1 or 2 tablespoon. of water if necessary). Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium-high. Add the garlic cloves and sauté until browned. Add the onion/pepper mixture to the oil, stir and cook for 5 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes until the sauce is a deep, rich red.
4. Add shredded beef to the skillet, cooking until lightly browned. Add the wine, olives and pimientos. Season with salt and pepper. Allow to simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Serve over white rice. Makes 8 generous portions.