Cut the garlic into cloves. Peel and quarter the onions. Wash tomatoes and herbs. Clean or peel the rest of the vegetables, wash and roughly chop them.
Wash knuckles and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Brown the knuckles in it all around. Add onions and garlic and fry briefly. Add tomatoes, paprika, beans, carrots and herbs
Deglaze everything with a good 1/2 l water and bring to the boil. Cover and stew for about 1 1/2 hours. Then braise open for another 30 minutes until done. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Goes well with flat bread or rice pilaf
Drink: Peppermint tea