Cuban-Style Shredded Beef with Tomato and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Tender flank steak slow-simmered in a tangy tomato-pepper sauce with aromatic herbs. This Cuban-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs flank steak, olive oil, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs flank steak
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• to taste salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 1.5 lbs flank steak with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm 2 tbsp olive oil. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
2. Step 2: Transfer steak to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. In the same skillet, add 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced, and 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced, and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced, and 3 garlic cloves, minced, and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup white wine, and 1/4 cup lime juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Add 1 tbsp oregano, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and season with salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Step 6: Return rested steak to skillet, cut into thin strips, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender and flavors meld.