Description
Carne Guisada con Carne Molida y Papas is a hearty Mexican-inspired beef stew made with ground beef, tender fried potatoes, green chiles, and tomatoes simmered to perfection. This flavorful dish is typically served with warm flour tortillas, making it a comforting and satisfying meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Carne Guisada:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 smoked Hatch green chiles, diced (or canned fire-roasted green chiles)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 whole fresh tomato, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Water, as needed
For Serving:
- Fresh flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Chop the onion, green chiles, and fresh tomato. Open the can of diced tomatoes and set it aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Then add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with cumin, granulated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned, draining excess grease if necessary.
- Fry the Potatoes: In a separate pan, fry the diced potatoes in oil over medium heat until golden and slightly tender, about 8–10 minutes. Set the fried potatoes aside. Frying beforehand helps them hold their shape and get a crispy edge.
- Build the Stew: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the browned meat and stir to coat. Let it toast for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste. Add the fried potatoes to the meat mixture and gently stir to combine. Stir in the diced green chiles, canned tomatoes with juice, and chopped fresh tomato.
- Add Water and Simmer: Pour in enough water to just cover the ingredients and stir well. Bring the stew to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the stew and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or cumin to your preference. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little more water until the desired consistency is reached.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the carne guisada hot with warm fresh flour tortillas for scooping or wrapping. Garnish optionally with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or a sprinkle of shredded cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Frying the potatoes before adding them to the stew helps prevent them from falling apart and adds a nice crispy texture.
- Adjust the amount of water depending on how thick or soupy you prefer the stew.
- For a spicier version, add additional chopped green chiles or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Serve with rice or beans alongside the tortillas for a fuller meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Carne Guisada, Ground Beef Stew, Mexican Beef Stew, Potatoes, Green Chiles, Flour Tortillas, Comfort Food
