Turn burner on to medium heat, add olive oil. Add meat, lightly brown on each side.
Cut/dice/mince, whichever you prefer the green pepper & onion. Once meat is browned add vegetables. Let cook 5 minutes, stir occasionally.
Add potatoes of desired, garlic, salt, pepper & adobo. Let cook 2 minutes.
Add broth & bayleaf. Sprinkle a little more adobo. Let come to a simmer. Cover and cook 1 1/2-2hrs, stirring occasionally & lower heat if comes to a heavy boil.
Optional (to make thicker): Mix corn starch & cold water. Add to pot, stir. Let cook 15 more minutes.
One on the left is no thickening agent, one on right is with thickening agent. Whichever you prefer. Serve with white rice or mashed potatoes.
