Paraguayan Beef Soup

Ingredients

 * 1 lb. lean sirloin, finely ground
 * 1 onion, chopped fine
 * 1 sm. "poblano" chili
 * 1 tbsp. olive oil
 * 1/4 c. raw rice
 * 1/2 tsp. oregano
 * 1 tbsp. chopped parsley

Directions

 * 1) Combine meat and 2 cups cold water, mix thoroughly. Saute onion and chili in oil.
 * 2) Add meat, rice and oregano. Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until rice is cooked; about 15 minutes. Do not allow it to actually boil.
 * 3) Add more water if necessary. Add parsley and salt to taste.
 * 4) Serve with "Sopa Paraguaya"; the traditional accompaniment