Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Shaskeen Pub and RestaurantSame They Was My Fathers Recipe

Same They Was My Fathers Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Sides

Method

Main Dish Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, chopped garlic, and chopped bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.

  2. 2

    Cook Ground Beef

    Add the ground beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

  3. 3

    Add Spices and Sauce

    Stir in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve the beef mixture hot, topped with your choice of sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped green onions.

Rice Preparation

  1. 5

    Rinse Rice

    Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 6

    Cook Rice

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  3. 7

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving alongside the beef mixture.

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