Carne con Papas en Salsa Verde is a hearty, flavorful Mexican dish that combines tender beef, potatoes, and a tangy green salsa made from tomatillos and green chiles. The salsa verde gives the dish a bright, zesty taste that perfectly complements the richness of the meat and the softness of the potatoes.
Here’s a simple recipe to make this dish:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb beef stew meat (cubed)
- 3-4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 6-8 tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2-3 serrano or jalapeño peppers, stemmed (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Optional: lime wedges and extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the beef:
- In a large pot or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper, then brown the meat on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Once browned, remove the meat from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the salsa verde:
- In a saucepan, combine the tomatillos, serrano/jalapeño peppers, onion, and garlic with just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatillos turn a dull green.
- Drain the water and transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender.
- Add cilantro, cumin, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. If needed, add a bit of water to reach a smooth consistency.
- Simmer the meat and potatoes:
- Return the browned beef to the pan. Pour in the salsa verde and beef broth, stirring to combine.
- Add the potato chunks, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve:
- Once everything is tender and flavorful, serve the Carne con Papas in bowls with lime wedges and fresh cilantro on top for garnish.
- You can also serve this dish with warm tortillas or rice on the side.
