Rwanda Beef Stew

Ingredients

 * 2 lb	Stewing Beef, cut into 1/2- inch pieces
 * 1	med	Onion, chopped
 * 2	tbl	peanut oil
 * 3	lrg	Green plantains, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch slices
 * 4	tbl	Freshly squeezed lemon juice
 * 1	lrg	tomato, peeled, seeded, and chopped coarse
 * 1	tsp	salt
 * 1/2	tsp	poultry seasoning
 * 1/4	tsp	Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

 * 1) Brown the Beef and the Onion in the oil in a heavy casserole.
 * 2) Rub the plantain slices with the lemon juice and add them to the browned Beef and onions.
 * 3) Cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly to make sure they do not stick.
 * 4) Add the remaining ingredients and water to cover.
 * 5) Cover the casserole and cook over low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
 * 6) Add more water if needed, and stir occasionally so the ingredients do not stick.