Tacna Adobo

Ingredients

• 1 kg of beef or pork, cut into pieces
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon of chili powder
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Water to cover the meat
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 sprig of rosemary

Method

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic and onion until golden brown.
2. Add the meat and cook for a few minutes until it turns dark in color.
3. Add the tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, sugar, lemon juice, broth, and herbs.
4. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer on medium heat for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
5. Before serving, ensure the adobo is well combined and add salt if needed.
6. Serve hot with bread or as a main course.