Grandmother's Lentil and Beef Stew

Steps

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1. 1
   Place the cleaned lentils in a clay pot with hot water, thin slices of onion, cilantro sprigs, and salt. Bring to a boil.
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2. 2
   Meanwhile, cut the beef steak into uniformly small cubes.
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3. 3
   Heat oil in a separate pot and add the beef cubes with a pinch of salt. Fry until the meat begins to brown.
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4. 4
   Peel the potatoes and cut them into small, uniform pieces.
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5. 5
   Add the cut potatoes to the beef pot and let them brown together with the meat.
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6. 6
   Finely dice the onion, garlic, and tomatoes. Add them to the beef and potato mixture.
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   Season with a little salt and let the tomatoes release their juices.
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   Once the lentils are tender, pour them along with their broth into the beef and vegetable pot and stir to combine.
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   Add a little water if needed to ensure the stew has enough broth. Let everything continue cooking until the potatoes are completely tender.
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    Once the stew is ready, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
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