Vaca Frita. This is an amazing beef dish. Juicy. Crispy. Citrus flavor. Awesome. This Cuban recipe is a gift.

1. In a large saucepan combine the flank steak, bay leaf, salt, and enough water to cover.
2. Bring the water to a boil and lower to a simmer. Cook for 2 hours.
3. Remove the meat and allow to cool at room temperature.
4. Once cooled shred the meat and place in a plastic bag and add the lime juice, lemon juice, diced garlic, salt, and pepper. Allow to marinated for at least 1 hour to overnight.
5. Heat a sauté pan over high heat and add the olive oil.
6. Squeeze out the marinade from the meat and fry for 6 to 8 minutes.
7. Add the sliced onions and continue to fry for an additional 10 minutes until the beef is crispy.
8. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Vaca Frita. This is an amazing beef dish. Juicy. Crispy. Citrus flavor. Awesome. This Cuban recipe is a gift.

Matanzera

I have been making Vaca Frita for years and it is one of my favourites. I find that I will add more water and some beef base while simmering the beef and you will have wonderful stock for soup or Ropa Vieja recepy. I also add apple cider vinegar to the marinade.