Dairy-Free Ropa Vieja (Cuban Shredded Beef)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to about 165°C (160°C). Season the about 910 g beef chuck roast evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Carefully place the seasoned about 910 g beef chuck roast into the hot oil and sear it on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the seared beef from the pot and set it aside on a plate.
2. 2Reduce the heat to medium. Dice the 1 large onion, 1 large green bell pepper, and 1 large red bell pepper into approximately 1.27 cm pieces. Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the same pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have softened, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
3. 3Mince the 6 cloves of garlic. Stir the minced 6 cloves of garlic into the pot with the vegetables and cook for 1 minute more, until the garlic is fragrant. Pour in the about 790 g canned crushed tomatoes, 1 cup beef broth, and 1/2 cup dry red wine. Stir in the 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, and 1 bay leaf.
4. 4Bring the mixture in the pot to a gentle simmer over medium heat on the stovetop. Carefully return the seared about 910 g beef chuck roast to the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover the pot tightly with its lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for 3 to 4 hours, or until the beef is very tender and can be easily shredded with a fork; the internal temperature of the beef should reach 93.33-96.11°C (93-96°C) for optimal shredding.
5. 5Carefully remove the pot from the oven. Transfer the cooked about 910 g beef chuck roast to a cutting board or large plate. Using two forks, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces, discarding any large pieces of fat or gristle. Return the shredded beef to the pot with the sauce. Place the pot back on the stovetop over medium-low heat and simmer, uncovered, for another 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
6. 6Before serving, remove and discard the 1 bay leaf from the pot. Serve the Dairy-Free Ropa Vieja hot with rice and other dairy-free sides.

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