Cuban Vaca Frita
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The process of making
vaca frita
is a labor of love. The beef is twice cooked to ensure it's tender yet crispy on the exterior.
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Vaca frita
is traditionally paired with white rice, and black beans or plantains. Some people have recently created Vaca Frita sandwiches.
WHAT DO YOU EAT VACA FRITA WITH?
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Ingredients
– Flank Steak – Bay Leaves – Salt – Sazon Completa – Water – Yellow Onion
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STEP 1
Place the water, salt, bay leaves sazon completa and beef into your Instant Pot and set for 40 minutes at high pressure.
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STEP 2
Once the 40 minutes are up, release the steam and remove the beef from the pot.
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STEP 3
Shred the beef to your desired size. Top with the garlic, lime juice of one lime and onions and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
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STEP 4
Sear the beef, onions and garlic in a skillet with hot oil. Baste the meat with that reserved broth while it's sautéing.
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Flip the meat every couple of minutes until it reaches your desired crispness.
STEP 5
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