Shredded beef, black beans, white rice, and fried plantain share the plate in Venezuela's national classic.
35 min prep 205 min cook 480 min rest
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Soak the black beans in water for 8 hours.
Cook the black beans with water and salt for 60 minutes, until tender.
Boil the beef brisket with water, half an onion, and salt for 90 minutes.
Shred the meat; chop the onion, red pepper, tomatoes, and garlic.
Saute the vegetables in vegetable oil for 6 minutes.
Add the shredded beef, cumin, black pepper, and 1 cup of cooking liquid, then cook for 20 minutes.
Cook the rice with water for 18 minutes.
Slice the plantains and fry them in vegetable oil for 4 minutes; serve with the beef, beans, and rice.
💡 Tip: Cooking the shredded beef again with its broth binds the fibers into the sauce so the plate does not taste dry.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Plate the beans, rice, beef, and plantain in separate stripes.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~610
kcal calories
34
g protein
78
g carbs
18
g fat
5.3g
Sugar
13.3g
Fiber
1578.4mg
Sodium
2.7g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Very filling, for a really hungry day
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