Sopa de Patacones (fried Green Plantain Soup)

What you will need

2-1/2 liters water (approx. 10-12 cups)

1/2 white onion chopped or grated

2 cloves garlic finely chopped

3/4 cup carrots chopped

1-1/2 lbs beef (chuck or beef short rib, etc.) cut into cubes

2 cubes Colombian aliños (seasoning) or 4 tbsp

salt and pepper to taste

3 cups Russet potatoes cut into cubes (approx. 6 medium potatoes)

12 Patacones or fried green plantain chips (made with about 2 green plantains)

cilantro chopped, for garnish