Ingredients
– 8 ounces diced yellow potatoes
– 1 medium chopped yellow onion
– 1 chopped jalapeno pepper
– 1 optional serrano pepper for extra heat
– 2 cloves chopped garlic
– 1 pound ground beef
– 2 large chopped tomatoes
– 3/4 cup beef stock
– 1 tablespoon paprika
– 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients by chopping the yellow onion, dicing the potatoes, and mincing the garlic for quick cooking.
2-Second, in a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the potatoes, onion, and peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until they soften and release their flavors.
3-Third, add the chopped garlic and ground beef to the pan. Break up the meat with a spoon and cook for 5 minutes until it’s browned but not fully done.
4-Fourth, stir in the chopped tomatoes, beef stock, and seasonings like paprika, Mexican oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
5-Fifth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer. Let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring now and then, until the potatoes are tender and the beef is fully cooked.
6-Sixth, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed for the perfect balance.
7-Finally, serve it hot over rice or with warm tortillas, and add garnishes like sliced peppers, chili flakes, fresh lime juice, or hot sauce to brighten it up.
Last Step:
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๐ฅ For extra flavor, add raisins, chopped olives, or slivered almonds during the last 10 minutes of cooking
๐ Make it spicier by adding the optional serrano pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes
๐ This dish tastes even better the next day, so make extra for leftovers – it reheats beautifully
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 361
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
