Oh my this was so delicious! My family and I enjoyed this so much and will be making it for many more dinners to come.
The enchanting aroma of Mom’s Picadillo Con Papa filled our kitchen, creating anticipation for the delightful feast that awaited. As the potatoes crisped to perfection, their earthy fragrance mingled with the savory scent of seasoned ground beef. Each step of the preparation unveiled layers of flavor, promising a culinary masterpiece that would become a cherished family favorite.
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Ingredients
Experience the perfect fusion of flavors with carefully selected ingredients:
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Ingredients | Quantity |
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Russet potato or white potatoes | 1 medium (peeled and diced) |
Ground chuck | 1 pound |
Salt | 1 teaspoon (more to taste) |
Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
Cumin | 1 teaspoon |
Pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
Garlic, minced | 1 clove |
White onion, diced | 1 small |
Roma tomatoes, roughly chopped | 2 large |
Serrano chiles, roughly chopped | 1 to 2 |
Water | 1/4 cup |
Salt and Mexican oregano | Pinch |
Instructions:
- Prepare Potatoes:
- Heat 1/8 to 1/4 cup of olive oil in a nonstick pan on medium heat.
- Add diced potatoes and cook until browned and crispy. Cover for faster cooking.
- Transfer potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- Cook Ground Beef:
- In the same skillet, add ground beef and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until nicely browned.
- Season beef with 1 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, cumin, and pepper.
- Add Aromatics:
- Add minced garlic and diced onion, continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Prepare Tomato Mixture:
- In a blender, combine tomatoes, serrano chiles, 1/4 cup water, salt, and Mexican oregano. Blend until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Pour the tomato mixture into the picadillo. Let it come to a boil and taste for salt.
- Fold in the potatoes and stir until well combined.
- Simmer and Enjoy:
- Taste for seasonings and continue cooking at a low simmer until the sauce thickens and reduces (7-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and savor the delicious Mom’s Picadillo Con Papa!