Carne con Papas

Carne con Papas is made of meat and potatoes cooked in a rich, savory tomato sauce… Mmm!

There are plenty of variations of this classic Mexican dish. We’re from the State of Durango. I’m bringing you the way my mom made it.

She served it just like this – with slices of serrano on the side to add more heat for those who like it HOT. (raises hand)

You’re going to LOVE this simple recipe that’s hearty, filling, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

Serrano chiles are spicier than jalapenos. You can easily use jalapenos instead in this recipe.

For a less spicy dish, use only 1 serrano chile.

Knorr Beef Bouillon is a very common ingredient in Mexican households.

If you are not a fan, you can use Better than Bouillon instead.

How to Make It

• Chop up the beef into 1-inch pieces.
• Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.

Here, we are using chuck roast. It has a good amount of fat in it to give the dish flavor.

For a leaner cut without as much fat, try top loin, bottom round, or eye of round steak.

Please Note: You might also hear this dish referred to as “Carne Guisada con Papas,” or “Beef Stew with Potatoes.”

More Mexican Beef Recipes:

Birria de Res
Fideo con Carne
Carne en Su Jugo
Picadillo

• Heat the oil in a large stock pot.
• Add the beef and onion.

Cook for 5 minutes, or until the juices are released.

While this is cooking, work on the sauce.

Be sure to use a big stock pot. One pot meals mean one BIG pot.

• Add the tomatoes, serrano, onion, and garlic to the blender.
• Add bouillon and water.
• Blend until smooth.
• Pour the tomato sauce into the pot.

Pro Tip:

Taste the sauce before you add it to the pot.

Does it need salt?
Is it too spicy?
Is it not spicy enough?

This is your opportunity to ADJUST if you need to.

How to adjust the heat: If you find the sauce too spicy, add another tomato to the blender. More tomatoes will tame the heat.

• Add the diced potatoes.
• Cook for 10 minutes.

To keep the potatoes from turning brown, place them in water while you’re waiting to add them to the pot.

Hate peeling tomatoes? Me too!
Swap out for red potatoes or fingerling potatoes that require NO PEELING. Whoot!

• Add the tomato paste.
• Stir to combine.

The tomato paste will thicken the sauce, making it rich and yummy.

Cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked.

Check them in 5 minutes. If they are fork tender, then you’re good to go.

For a thicker cut potato, you might need as long as 15 minutes to fully cook through.

What Serve With It

Frijoles de la Olla
Arroz Blanco
Ensalada de Nopales
Corn Tortillas

Carne con Papas is a tasty Mexican recipe that’s perfect all week long. Save some leftovers and make burritos. Hope you enjoy this yummy dish!

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