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Ropa Vieja Rice Bowl

Slow-cooked shredded meat with tomato, pepper, and spices served over rice. Customizable protein and grain base with swappable vegetables and toppings.

200
min
4
servings
1028.34
kcal
51.34g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Onion1 large
Bell pepper2 medium
Garlic6 cloves
Canned tomatoes1 can (14.5 oz)
Paprika2 tsp
Cumin1.5 tsp
Oregano1 tsp
Olive oil2 tbsp
Rice2 cups cooked
Cilantro1/4 cup
Red onion1/2 medium

Method

1

Cut pork shoulder into 3-inch chunks. Slice onions and bell peppers into strips. Mince garlic.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear pork chunks until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to slow cooker.

3

Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to slow cooker with the pork.

4

Stir in canned tomatoes, paprika, cumin, oregano, and beef broth. Mix until evenly combined.

5

Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours, until pork shreds easily with a fork. Stir occasionally.

6

Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return to slow cooker and stir in lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.

7

Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Ladle shredded pork and sauce over rice.

8

Top each bowl with fresh cilantro and sliced red onion. Serve hot.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories1028.34 kcal
Protein51.34 g
Carbohydrate94.59 g
Fat49.86 g
Fibre6.36 g
Sodium402.34 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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