Carne Esmechada

Ingredients

 * 675g/1 ½ lb Beef Steak (e.g. rump, sirloin)
 * 3 Bay Leaves
 * Water or Stock
 * 2 tbsp Oil
 * 1 Onion, chopped
 * 4 Garlic Cloves, chopped
 * 1 Green Capsicum (Sweet Pepper), deseeded and chopped
 * 6 Tomatoes, chopped
 * Salt
 * ½ teasp Wine Vinegar
 * 1 tbsp Adobo

Directions

 * Place meat in a large saucepan together with the bay leaves, cover with water or stock, bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until very tender.
 * Remove the beef from the pan and when cool enough to handle, shred into pieces.
 * Heat the oil in a large saucepan, add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
 * Add the peppers, tomatoes, salt, vinegar, adobo and shredded meat, mix well and bring to the boil.
 * Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes.