Ingredients

  • 4 lb. sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes (or leave in 1 piece, if preferred)
  • 2 c. vinegar
  • 1 c. each: water and red wine
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. each: whole cloves and peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 c. tomato puree
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 Tbsp. melted butter

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine the vinegar with the water, red wine, onions, orange, garlic, bay leaf, salt, cloves, peppercorns and ground pepper.
  • Stir the marinade well.
  • Add the beef and refrigerate it for 4 to 5 days, stirring it once a day.
  • Remove the meat and drain it thoroughly.
  • Brown on all sides in a little heated butter or oil.
  • Add the marinade, strained of all but the onion slices and 1/4 cup tomato puree.
  • Simmer the meat for about 2 hours or until it is tender.