Crypto-Brazilian Jewish Stew

Crypto-Brazilian Jewish Stew
Serves 6

2.5 lbs stew beef
4 dried chiles, crushed
olive oil
1/2 head garlic, chopped
2 bay leaf
2 large onions, sliced
2 large mangos, sliced
1c Pearl Barley/etc
Big pinch saffron, plus some tumeric
2t Allspice
Salt and pepper
2 chipotle, chopped
Cilantro

In a big pot, brown the meat and remove. Fry the garlic, bay, and peppers for a few minutes. Add the onions and cook until translucent. Add the beef back in.
Barely cover the mix with water, bring to a boil, and simmer 1.5 hours.
Add 1 mango, barley, spices, and chipotle. Cook another 45-60mins. Add the second mango and serve.