Executioner's Whip

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1
  First, cut the meat into half-centimeter thick slices and then into strips or other shapes, but always of similar size. Mix the cut meat with salt.
• 2
  Heat a larger stainless steel pan or pot over a fairly high flame, pour in the oil, and immediately add the meat. Sear quickly, stirring occasionally, until the meat acquires a charming golden color on all sides. It is possible that initially, liquid will be released from the meat, preventing browning. You need to persevere, continue heating the pot or pan, and wait until the liquid completely evaporates, leaving only the original fat, then you can thoroughly sear the meat.
• 3
  While the meat is browning, peel the onion, cut it in half, and slice it into crosswise half-rings. Peel the peppers with a peeler (just in the places you can reach, you don't need to aim for perfection here), then cut out the core and remove the inner ribs. Next, cut the peppers into several pieces and then slice them into centimeter-wide strips. Peel the cucumbers with a peeler and slice them into thin, slanted slices.
• 4
  Add the onion to the browned meat and sauté for about two more minutes until the onion also turns golden. If something starts to stick too much to the pan in the meantime, just add two tablespoons of water, the fond will dissolve immediately, the bottom of the pan will be cleaned, and burning will be prevented. (Two tablespoons of water are not the same as half a glass, keep that in mind. Too much water will stop the browning.)
• 5
  In the next step, add the sliced peppers to the pan and quickly stir for about half a minute. Sprinkle with sugar, pour in the vinegar, and let it evaporate so that no trace of liquid remains. Only then add the cucumbers, canned tomatoes, hot peppers or chili, stir one last time, reduce the heat to a minimum, cover with a lid, and let it simmer slowly for at least 30 minutes until the meat is tender. In the meantime, you can prepare a side dish, such as potato pancakes, American potatoes, baked potatoes, fries, bread, or steamed rice.
• 6
  Once the meat is tender, taste the dish to see if it needs more salt. Serve as a reward or punishment, as needed.