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- This hearty recipe has brought smiles to my family’s faces, just as it did for me when I first tasted it. The blend of Latin spices, tender ground beef, and hearty potatoes creates a dish that’s not just a meal but a celebration of togetherness. Every bite is a reminder of the love and joy that comes with sharing a home-cooked masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 1 medium Russet potato or 2 white potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 pound ground chuck
- 1 teaspoon salt more to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 small white onion diced
- 2 large Roma tomatoes roughly chopped
- 1 to 2 serrano chiles roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup water pinch of salt and Mexican oregano
How To Make Ground Beef with Potatoes
Preheat 1/8 to 1/4 cup of olive oil in a nonstick pan to medium heat for a few minutes. Add the diced potatoes and cook until browned and crispy in most spots.
I like to cover my potatoes while they cook. The steam created helps them cook a little faster from the inside. Transfer potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain, set aside.
Add the ground beef to that same skillet and heat to medium/high. Season beef with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cumin and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until nicely browned.
Add the garlic and onion, continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, serranos, 1/4 cup water, salt and oregano to the blender and blend until smooth.
Pour tomato mixture into picadillo. Let it come to a boil and taste for salt. Fold in the potatoes and stir until well combined.
Taste for seasonings and continue cooking at a low simmer until sauce thickens and reduces, 7-10 minutes .