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Easy Carne Molida Recipe

This easy carne molida (ground beef) Mexican recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and makes a delicious, flavorful dinner! Serve it with rice and beans, or use it as a tasty filling for tacos and quesadillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 432 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 pans

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped yellow onion or white onion is ok
  • 2 cup tomato chopped
  • 1 piece jalapeno sliced
  • 2 pieces potato diced (perfect for making a potato hash)
  • 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into small cubes. If you have some extra time, soak them in water for about 10 minutes to remove a little bit of starch, which helps them cook better.
  • Cook the Potatoes: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the potatoes with a pinch of salt, and sauté for a few minutes. Cover the skillet, lower the heat, and let the potatoes cook until tender. If needed, add a splash of water to prevent sticking.
  • Cook the Ground Beef: Once the potatoes are fully cooked add onion and garlic and sauté, once onion ha changed color add the ground beef along with the salt, cumin, and oregano. Cook while stirring to mix the spices evenly.
  • Cook for about 8 minutes or until the beef is about 3/4 cooked, then add the jalapeños and tomatoes. Let it cook until fully done.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:Picadillo is a very versatile dish. Serve it as a main meal with Mexican rice and black beans, or use it as a perfect filling for tacos or tostadas. For a low-carb option, pair it with a side of green beans. Don’t forget to add your favorite taco toppings like sour cream and lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Easy Carne Molida Recipe
Serving Size
 
5 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
432
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
34
g
52
%
Saturated Fat
 
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
 
2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
14
g
Cholesterol
 
107
mg
36
%
Sodium
 
492
mg
21
%
Potassium
 
563
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
 
446
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
 
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
 
44
mg
4
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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