BISTEC ESTOFADO
(Smothered Steak)

2 lbs beef sirloin or round steak, trimmed of all fat and cut into 1 inch chunks
Salt and ground Pepper to taste
1/2 medium green bell pepper, seeded cored and chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
Dash of sage
Juice of 1/2 lime
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup water
1 tb Sofrito
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced.

Wash the meat and pat dry with paper towels. Place meat in a bowl, sprinkle with salt and pepper, add bell pepper, garlic and sage. Mix well and sprinkle with lemon juice. Cover and marinate for 15 to 20 minutes. Heat oil in medium flame in a large skillet and sear meat on both sides. Add marinade ingredients, water, sofrito and onion slices. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook for 45 minutes or until meat is tender. 4 servings.