Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. boneless beef chuck, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 2 Tbsp. corn oil
  • 1 1/2 qt. beef stock or water
  • 1 1/2 qt. canned tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 c. original Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 c. chopped onion
  • 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1/2 c. sliced carrots
  • 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 1/2 c. diced, peeled potatoes

Method

  • Dredge meat with flour that has been mixed with salt and paprika; shake off excess.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan until hot. Brown meat in hot oil on all sides.
  • Drain off excess fat.
  • Add beef stock, tomatoes, Worcestershire, onion and garlic.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until meat is almost tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add carrots, celery and potatoes; mix gently.
  • Simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 20 minutes.