Instructions: Trim the beef from any fat and cut it very thin, square pieces following the meat fibers.

Work the salt and lime juice into the meat and then let it dry in the hot sun until it is very dry and resembles beef jerky. It usually takes several days to dry.

Slice the beef into 2 1/4- by 2 1/4-inch squares and fry in a deep fryer until brown and dry. Remove and set aside.

Coarsely pound the red chilies, shallots, salt and tomato. Fry in 1/4 cup oil until fragrant. Add the beef and stir-fry to coat the slices and distribute the flavors.

This recipe yields 6 servings.

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