Estofadong Carne(Tangy Braised Beef) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. stewing beef, cubed
1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. cooking oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 lb. green beans
1 medium carrot, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/4 c. vinegar
1 bay leaf

Preparation

Season beef with salt and pepper.
Let stand 10 to 15 minutes. Dredge with flour and brown in hot oil.
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of oil in pan; push beef to one side and saute garlic, onion and tomatoes until mixture is mushy.
Add vinegar, bay leaf and enough water to cover beef.
Bring to a boil; lower heat and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beef is tender.
Taste for seasoning.
Bring back to boiling; add green beans and carrots and cook until vegetables are done (about 10 minutes).
Serves 4 to 6.