Puerto Rican Carne Guisada

Ingredients

For 10 servings

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 ½-3 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 cup sofrito
• 8 oz tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon adobo
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 packet Sazón (optional)
• 1-2 cups water
• 1 lb potatoes (about 2), peeled and cubed
• 1/4 lb carrots (about 2), peeled and cubed
• ½ cup Spanish green olives or alcaparrado
• White rice, for serving