Bosanska čorba (Bosnian soup)

Instructions

1. Cut the meat into pieces about 3 cm. Heat the oil in a large casserole and brown the meat for 5 minutes.
2. Add the sliced onions and let them colour for 5 minutes, then stir in the paprika for 30 seconds.
3. Add the hot water, bring to the boil, skim, then lower the heat and cover. Simmer for 1½ hours until the meat is tender.
4. Meanwhile, peel and dice the carrots and potatoes, slice the pepper and grate the tomatoes.
5. Add the vegetables and tomatoes to the casserole, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 30 more minutes over low heat.
6. Check the seasoning and serve piping hot, with bread.