Saulan (Vegetable and Rice Sauce) - Fiery Foods & Barbecue Central

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon chopped or minced fresh green or red chile, such as serrano or New Mexican
• 1 pound very lean boneless beef or lamb, cubed
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup dried peas or beans, soaked overnight