Ropa Vieja with Arepas

Description Ropa vieja is a traditional Cuban dish, usually made with flank steak, but I only had pot roast. It is cooked until very tender and it shreds, which is why it is called ropa vieja. Ropa vieja translates to ragged clothes or old clothes. It’s very yummy, can be served over rice or even … Read more

Ropa Vieja (Cuban Beef)

Description This Cuban braised beef dish literally translates to ‘old clothes,’ because apparently some people thought the fall-apart meat and colorful strips of onions and peppers, tangled together, looked like old, tattered clothing. You’ll love this dish if you’re into big, bold flavors, since there’s nothing subtle about the seasoning here. Delicious served with beans, … Read more