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Add half an onion and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil at 212°F (100°C), then reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours until the meat is tender.","group":"Beef Preparation","title":"Place the flank steak","timerMinutes":90,"sourceTitle":"Beef Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Remove the beef from the broth (save a cup of broth for later) and let it cool slightly. Shred the beef by hand or with two forks into thin strands.","group":"Beef Preparation","title":"Remove the beef from the broth and let it cool slightly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Beef Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Sauté the remaining onions, garlic, and bell peppers until softened. Add the shredded beef, cumin, and a splash of the reserved beef broth. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the flavors meld and the liquid has reduced.","group":"Carne Mechada (Beef)","title":"Heat 2 tablespoons of oil","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Carne Mechada (Beef)"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a separate pot, prepare the white rice according to package instructions (usually 1 part rice to 2 parts water).","group":"Rice","title":"Prepare the white rice according","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Rice"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat the black beans in a saucepan with a little bit of the sautéed onion and garlic mixture. Add a pinch of cumin and simmer until hot and flavorful.","group":"Beans","title":"Heat the black beans","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Beans"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices. Fry in hot oil (350°F / 177°C) until golden brown and caramelized on both sides.","group":"Plantains","title":"Peel the ripe plantains","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Plantains"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Serve by arranging a portion of rice, beef, and beans on a plate. Place the fried plantains (tajadas) on the side. Optional: serve with a slice of fresh salty cheese or avocado.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve by arranging a portion of rice, beef, and beans","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"The secret to a great Pabellón is the 'soffrito' (base of sautéed aromatics) used for both the beans and the beef. Always use very ripe plantains (black skin) for the sweetest tajadas.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Venezuelan"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","saute","fry"],"equipment":["Large pot","Frying pan","Shredding forks","Small saucepan"],"diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Complete traditional platter"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The shredded beef and black beans can be made 1-2 days in advance and reheated. Fry the plantains and cook the rice just before serving for the best texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store the components separately in airtight containers.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat beef and beans on the stovetop with a splash of water to maintain moisture. 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