Easy Carne Molida con Papas

Name: Easy Carne Molida con Papas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 7 serving
Ingredients: 1-½ lb ground beef; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves; 750 g (about 4 medium) potatoes; 28 oz crushed tomatoes; 1 medium onion; 7 chipotles pepper in adobo sauce from a canned, finely diced; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons beef bouillon or kosher salt; ½ teaspoon Mexican oregano; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon sugar; ⅛ teaspoon cumin; 1 bay leaf; 3 to 4 cups water; Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional); Lime wedges for serving (optional)

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings
7
Calories
274 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Easy Carne Molida con Papas

Deacon Moody

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A hearty and flavorful stew, Carne Molida con Papas is a popular dish throughout Latin America with many regional variations. This recipe captures the essence of the classic Mexican version, with ground beef and potatoes simmered in a rich tomato sauce with a touch of smoky chipotle. Serve with some Crusty bread or Dinner rolls and a quick, light salad like our Caesar Salad.

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Ingredients

Servings

1-½ lb ground beef
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves minced
750 g (about 4 medium) potatoes peeled and diced into small cubes
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 medium onion , finely chopped
7 chipotles pepper in adobo sauce from a canned, finely diced , adjust to your spice preference
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons beef bouillon or kosher salt , adjust to taste
½ teaspoon Mexican oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
3 to 4 cups water adjust as needed
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
Lime wedges for serving (optional)

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Instructions

To prepare this Mexican-style beef and potato stew, start by finely chopping garlic cloves and dicing an onion. Dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in water to prevent browning. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef to the heated oil. Sprinkle in the beef bouillon and black pepper to taste. Cook the beef until it's browned and crumbled, about 7 to 10 minutes. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Reduce heat to medium-low, add the chopped garlic and diced onion to the pot with the cooked beef, sautéing until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and diced chipotle peppers into the pot, stirring it with the beef mixture. Season with Mexican oregano, cumin, and sugar, and add a bay leaf. Add the drained diced potatoes and mixed vegetables to the pot, then pour in 3 cups of water, stirring everything together.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 to 35 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the sauce thickens slightly. Taste the carne molida con papas and adjust the season if needed. Remove the bay leaf once the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together. Your Carne Molida con Papas is now ready to be served. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Camila's Note: Our carne molida con papas yields a spicy sauce; however, you can adjust it to your desired heat level. For a slightly thinner sauce, instead of adding an additional 3 cups of water, add 4 cups.

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Notes

I make my carne molida con potatoes spicy, but you can adjust it to your desired level of spiciness. If you prefer a saucier consistency, instead of adding an additional 3 cups of water, add 4 cups.
I make my carne molida con potatoes spicy, but you can adjust it to your desired level of spiciness. If you prefer a saucier consistency, instead of adding an additional 3 cups of water, add 4 cups.
How to Store & Re-Heat
Let it cool, and then place it in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.To reheat, microwave it covered for 1-2 minutes, or reheat over medium-low heat, covered, for 5-15 minutes until hot. Add a splash of water if needed when reheating.
Let it cool, and then place it in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.To reheat, microwave it covered for 1-2 minutes, or reheat over medium-low heat, covered, for 5-15 minutes until hot. Add a splash of water if needed when reheating.
How to Freeze
To freeze, allow it to cool, portion it into airtight containers or freezer bags, and leave space for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Follow the reheating instructions provided above.
To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Follow the reheating instructions provided above.