Caldillo de Carne Molida (Ground Beef Stew with Jalapeño)
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Caldillo de Carne Molida (Ground Beef Stew with Jalapeño)
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This Caldillo de Carne Molida is a traditional Mexican ground beef stew that simmers with fiery jalapeños, potatoes and other tasty ingredients. It is fast, easy, and budget-friendly, yet bursting with warm, satisfying spice and flavor. This hearty and healthy dish is also paleo and Whole30 friendly and makes a perfect weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- ¼ diced onion
- 1 diced garlic clove
- 1 Diced Roma tomato
- 1 diced jalapeño (*see notes)
- 2 medium potatoes (or 1 large potato)
- 3 cups hot water
- 3 cups chicken or beef broth (check ingredients for Whole30)
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Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or pot, add a tablespoon of oil if meat is more than 85% lean. This is not necessary if the meat is 80% or 85% lean.
- Season with salt, pepper and cumin (if desired).
- Brown the meat and break it up as it cooks using a wooden spoon. Continue to cook until the meat is almost completely cooked through.
- Add the onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Next, add the tomato and jalapeño. Cook for another minute.
- Add 3 cups of chicken or beef broth and 3 cups of hot water.
- Dice two medium potatoes (or 1 large potato) into ½" pieces. Add to the stew and stir.
- Bring to a simmer and let the stew simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Taste for salt and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve in a soup bowl with the broth. You can also serve it with less broth in a shallow bowl with a side of red rice, Mexican white rice or refried beans and tortillas.
Notes
- For extra spice, replace one or two of the jalapeños with serrano peppers.
- Instead of jalapeños or serranos, you can substitute 5-6 diced roasted green chiles (like Anaheim, Pueblo or Hatch). Green chiles add a whole other flavor to the stew and it's also great.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 serving
Calories
630kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
13.5g
(5%)
Protein
65.5g
(131%)
Fat
39.3g
(60%)
Saturated Fat
12.6g
(63%)
Cholesterol
213mg
(71%)
Sodium
324mg
(14%)
Potassium
374mg
(11%)
Fiber
2.3g
(9%)
Sugar
1.9g
(4%)
Calcium
66mg
(7%)
Iron
8mg
(44%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 630 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 630kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 13.5g | 5% |
| Protein | 65.5g | 131% |
| Fat | 39.3g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6g | 63% |
| Cholesterol | 213mg | 71% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 374mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 4% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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