Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja Ingredients 2 lb. flank steak 3 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more 4 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided 2 bell peppers (preferably 1 red and 1 yellow), seeded and sliced 1 yellow onion, halved lengthwise and sliced 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. tomato paste 1 tbsp. smoked paprika 2 tsp. cumin 2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 c. dry white wine 1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes 2 dried bay leaves 1 c. pimento-stuffed olives, halved crosswise Cooked rice and black beans, for serving 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro Directions Step 1 Cut steak into 4 rectangular pieces. Pat dry with paper towels; season both sides with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Step 2 In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Working in batches, cook steak until browned on both sides, 5 to 6 minutes. T...