Trim off all
fat from topside and cut into 2-3 cm (1 in) cubes. Brush frying pan with
oil and brown meat or dry fry meat until well browned. Spoon into
casserole. Add onion to frying pan and sauté until lightly browned. Add
tomatoes and cook over medium heat until soft. Stir occasionally. Stir
in tomato paste and 1 cup water. Mix well. Rinse kidney beans, drain
well and add to the mixture. Add Tabasco sauce and pepper, pour over
meat and combine. Mix cornflour (cornstarch) with 1/4 cup water. When
smooth stir into mixture. Cover casserole, cook in oven until meat is
tender (approximately 1 1/2 hours).