Enna's Cuban Beef And Rice Skillet Recipe

A taste of Cuba in your kitchen! This incredibly easy and affordable skillet recipe from my Cuban stepmom is a weeknight lifesaver. Tender shredded roast beef simmers in a rich sauce with tomatoes, green chilies, olives, and fluffy rice. Spice it up with a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick! Perfect for busy weeknights when you crave flavor without the fuss.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 221.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Enna's Cuban Beef And Rice Skillet

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How to Make Enna's Cuban Beef And Rice Skillet

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Add 2 cups of shredded roast beef (about 8 ounces) and 1/2 cup of its gravy to the pan.
  4. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through and the garlic is well incorporated.
  5. Add one (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained, and one (4 ounce) can of chopped green chiles, undrained.
  6. Stir well and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped olives (green or Kalamata) and simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
  8. Add 2 cups of cooked rice, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy! (Optional: Add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for extra heat.)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

3g

Carbs

13g