Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Vaca Frita Recipe (Cuban Crispy Shredded Beef), a classic dish that brings the essence of Cuban cuisine to your table. This savory recipe features tender flank steak marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice and garlic, then pan-fried to achieve a delightful crispy texture. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, Vaca Frita is not only delicious but also versatile — serving wonderfully with white rice, black beans, or fresh salads. With simple preparation steps and an irresistible taste, this dish is bound to impress everyone at your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs flank steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 6 tablespoons neutral oil (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium white onion (sliced)
- Salt + pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, boil flank steak with bay leaves and salt until tender (about 1 to 1.5 hours). Strain and shred the meat.
- Marinate shredded beef with lime juice, oil, garlic, and seasonings for 30 minutes.
- Heat remaining oil in a skillet over medium heat; pan-fry marinated beef until crispy on both sides.
- Sauté sliced onions until softened and combine with beef before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg