Beef with Roasted Poblano Chile and Potatoes (or Carne de Res con Rajas y Papas)
This Carne con Rajas recipe combines savory beef, smoky poblanos, and hearty potatoes in a rich tomato sauce. It's the ultimate comfort food!
Servings: 6
Calories: 395kcal
Ingredients
- 4 poblano pepper roasted, deveined, seeds removed
- 1 ½ lbs beef cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 1 large potato peeled and diced
- ½ onion diced
- 1 cup beef broth for the beef
- pinch cumin (whole or ground)
- 6 roma tomatoes rough chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 cup beef broth to make the sauce
Instructions
- Carefully roast the poblano chile until black on all sides.
- Wrap the roasted chile poblano in plastic wrap to steam. About 10 minutes.
- Remove charred skin and open to devein and to remove the seeds.
- Then slice into strips. Set aside.
- Salt and pepper meat.
- Heat oil in a large skillet.
- Add meat to the pan and brown on all sides.
- Remove the meat from the pan and add potatoes, stirring frequently.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Return the browned meat to the potatoes.
- Add the onion. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add 1 cup beef broth and cumin.
- Give everything in the pot a stir and add the poblano chile strips.
- Add the tomato, garlic, and 1 cup beef broth to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Add to tomato sauce the pan.
- Bring to a simmer and cover.
- Cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are soft.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
What kind of beef works best? Stew meat, chuck roast, sirloin, or any cut of beef that's suitable for simmering works well in this recipe.
Are poblano peppers spicy? Poblanos are generally mild with a rich, smoky flavor after roasting. Occasionally one may have a little more heat, but they are much milder than jalapeños. Roast your poblanos ahead of time. It will save you some cooking time.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes. The flavors continue to develop as it sits, making it an excellent make-ahead meal.
Can I add other vegetables? Absolutely! Carrots, zucchini, corn, or mushrooms are all delicious additions.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 769mg | Potassium: 804mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 812IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 3mg