Spanish Beef Stew
Spanish Beef StewHow to make spanish beef stew? Simple! Spanish Beef StewThis is sometimes called Ropa Vieja or “Old Clothes,” because of its appearance.1 (1 3/4) pound beef flank steak, cut into thirds1 medium onion, coarsely chopped1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped1 bay leaf2 teaspoons salt, divided5 cups water4 teaspoons olive oil1 large onion, sliced1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips3 garlic cloves, crushed3 serrano or jalapeño chiles, seeded and minced1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 (16 ounce) can tomatoesCapers (for garnish)Put steak, medium onion, carrot, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of the salt and the water in a Dutch oven. Heat to boil, then simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Turn off heat and let stand 30 minutes or cover and leave in the refrigerator overnight.Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add large onion, bell peppers and remaining 1 teaspoon salt and sauté until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the garlic, chiles and cinnamon and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.Remove the beef to a bowl. Strain broth, reserving 2 cups. Shred beef into fine strips. Stir reserved broth and shredded meat into the pepper mixture and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with capers to serve. Folding Knives Bqrry Wood Mk 2 Ii Micarta Knife New Mint Bqrry Wood Mk 2 Ii Micarta Knife New Mint.