Carne guisada (carne guisada)

Instructions

1. Cut the beef into 3 cm cubes, season with salt, pepper and paprika, then brown them in batches in the oil in a casserole.
2. Remove the meat, then sauté the sliced onion, peppers and garlic for 8 minutes until very soft.
3. Add the grated tomatoes, the tomato paste and the sugar, then let it reduce for 5 minutes.
4. Return the meat, add the oregano and the water, bring to a simmer and cover.
5. Cook over very low heat for 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 45, checking the liquid and stirring now and then, until the meat falls apart with a fork.
6. Adjust the seasoning and serve hot with rice or yuca.