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Delicious Mexican beef and potato skillet served in a rustic dish

Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

A delightful fusion of flavors and textures featuring tender potatoes and savory ground beef, spiced just right for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cooking Oil
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil Adds rich flavor and helps achieve a golden crust.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound potatoes (cut into 1/2 inch cubes) Provides a creamy base.
  • 1 pound lean ground beef Juicy and flavorful.
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion Adds depth and richness.
  • 1 piece red bell pepper (diced) Introduces sweetness and color.
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles Adds mild heat.
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese Melty topping for richness.
Seasonings
  • Kosher salt Kosher salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • Freshly ground black pepper Freshly ground black pepper To taste.
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder Brings warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Key for the Mexican flavor profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds complexity.
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped) Provides a refreshing contrast.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the oil is hot, swirl to coat the skillet, and reduce the heat to medium.
Cooking
  1. Add the cubed potatoes to the skillet and cook for about 6 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef, crumbling as you do so.
  3. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper; season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Cook mixture until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
  5. Stir in the diced green chiles, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and chopped cilantro.
  6. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, until potatoes are tender and beef is cooked through.
  7. Top with shredded cheese and cover the skillet until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the ground beef with spices and lime juice before cooking. Use different colored bell peppers for presentation. Feel free to add jalapeños for more heat.