Ground Beef with Potatoes
This hearty and comforting dish combines savory ground beef with tender potatoes, making it a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s simple, flavorful, and requires minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the diced potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika, cumin, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in the beef broth or water. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or peas for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve this dish on its own, or pair it with rice or a simple green salad.
- To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
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