My Grandma, years ago, would pan brown all over a big hunk
of meat, then put it to simmer with garlic, onions, vinegar and
about half the liquid being coffee. The vinegar tenderized the
meat, the coffee added a strong flavor, then she would add
salt, pepper, and any veggie she had fresh from the garden!!
Maybe a touch more water to cover the meat.
Even these many years ago I can remember the rich taste!!