Quick and Easy Beef Stew (Picadinho)

In a bowl, combine the steak with all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.

Heat the olive oil in a skillet and add the meat in batches to brown well.

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for a few minutes.

Add the tomatoes, hot water, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the skillet.

Simmer the mixture until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.

Finish with chopped cilantro and serve.