Fideo with potatoes and ground beef

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Fideo is a beloved traditional Mexican comfort dish made from thin noodles, usually simmered in a flavorful broth. It’s a go-to for many families due to its simplicity and heartiness. This version, with the addition of ground beef and potatoes, takes the classic fideo to another level of deliciousness, turning it into a more substantial meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 package (7 oz) fideo pasta (or vermicelli)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 4 cups beef broth or water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat, remove the beef from the skillet, and set it aside.
  2. Cook the potatoes: In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
  3. Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the potatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  4. Toast the fideo: Push the potato mixture to the side of the skillet. Add the fideo pasta to the skillet and lightly toast it, stirring frequently until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine ingredients: Add the browned ground beef back to the skillet. Stir in the tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder (if using), and beef broth. Mix everything together.
  6. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the fideo is tender and the potatoes are fully cooked. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and enjoy your hearty bowl of fideo with potatoes and ground beef!

This dish is perfect on its own, but you can also serve it with warm tortillas or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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