Vaca Frita: Crispy Beef
This recipe forvaca frita("fried cow") is a close cousin of Cuba's famousropa vieja, stewed shredded beef in tomato sauce. The beef forvaca frita, however, is marinated in lime, garlic and salt, then seared until crispy. The key to achieving the perfect texture is to cook the beef in small batches, so it sautés rather than steams.Plus:F&W's Beef Cooking GuideMore Beef Recipes
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Recipe Summary
Ingredients
Directions
Make Ahead
The recipe can be prepared through Step 1 and refrigerated overnight.
Serve With
Rice and beans.
Suggested Pairing
This tangy, beefy homestyle dish needs an easygoing, juicy red wine as a partner; for instance, a spicy Cabernet Sauvignon from Chile.