Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja Tostadas

Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja Tostadas
360 min.
6
611kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor and tradition? Introducing Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja Tostadas, a delightful fusion of tender, shredded beef and vibrant toppings, all served on crispy tostada shells. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for gatherings, making it a fantastic choice for family meals or casual get-togethers with friends.

Imagine the aroma of seasoned beef simmering in your slow cooker, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering scents. The combination of fire-roasted tomatoes, green olives, and spices creates a rich, savory sauce that perfectly complements the succulent beef. Once the meat is tender and ready to be shredded, it’s time to assemble your tostadas. Each crispy shell becomes a canvas for your culinary masterpiece, topped with creamy avocado slices and crumbled queso fresco for that extra touch of indulgence.

With a preparation time of just a few minutes and a slow cooker that does the heavy lifting, you can enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, with each serving clocking in at 611 calories, you can savor every bite guilt-free. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch, a main course for dinner, or a dish that will impress your guests, these Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja Tostadas are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  •  avocado pitted ripe peeled sliced
  •  bay leaves 
  • 1.5 lb skirt steak 
  • oz tomato sauce canned
  • tablespoon capers 
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced fire roasted organic undrained canned
  • cloves garlic 
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive green sliced
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • oz queso fresco crumbled
  • cup onion red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 4.5 oz purchased corn tostada shells (12 shells)

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Place Ropa Vieja ingredients in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until beef is tender.
  3. Discard bay leaf.
  4. Remove beef from slow cooker; pull into shreds with 2 forks. Return beef to slow cooker; stir to combine with liquid.
  5. To assemble, place each tostada shell on serving plate; spoon ropa vieja on shell. Top with avocado and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories611kcal
Protein23.03%
Fat55.66%
Carbs21.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
2.16
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
31.68782609442%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Luteolin
1.24mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
1.94mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
8.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:610.86kcal
30.54%
Fat:39.24g
60.37%
Saturated Fat:11.93g
74.57%
Carbohydrates:33.8g
11.27%
Net Carbohydrates:23.08g
8.39%
Sugar:6.29g
6.99%
Cholesterol:97.52mg
32.51%
Sodium:1199.19mg
52.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.54g
73.08%
Zinc:9.42mg
62.77%
Vitamin B12:3.05µg
50.84%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.41%
Selenium:33.96µg
48.52%
Vitamin B3:9.13mg
45.65%
Phosphorus:445.47mg
44.55%
Vitamin C:36.54mg
44.29%
Fiber:10.72g
42.89%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
36.8%
Potassium:1139.26mg
32.55%
Calcium:302.47mg
30.25%
Vitamin K:27.89µg
26.56%
Folate:99.57µg
24.89%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.6%
Vitamin B5:2.42mg
24.18%
Iron:4.31mg
23.93%
Magnesium:95.68mg
23.92%
Vitamin E:3.46mg
23.06%
Copper:0.43mg
21.62%
Vitamin A:1045.34IU
20.91%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.07%
Vitamin D:1.13µg
7.56%