Southwestern Beef Brisket

Ingredients

• 1 fresh beef brisket (3 pounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 medium sweet red peppers, cut into strips
• 1-1/2 cups sliced carrots (1-inch chunks)