Authentic Mexican Picadillo con Papas

5 from 1 vote

Mexican picadillo con papas is a traditional homemade Mexican ground beef dish perfect for tacos, burritos, empanadas, and gorditas.

Prep Time20

Cook Time1 40

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Mexican Carne con Papas, Mexican Picadillo con Papas, Picadillo con Papas

Servings: people

Calories: 916kcal

In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant. add minced garlic and the minced beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until thoroughly browned.
2 pounds ground beef, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic
Add spring onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
1 bell pepper, 1 jalapeño pepper, 1 spring onion
Stir in the oregano, fresh cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour in the tomato paste and beef broth. Mix well.
1 cup beef broth, 100 g tomato paste, 1 bunch Cilantro, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, Salt and pepper, ½ teaspoon ground cumin
Add the diced potatoes and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
6 small potatoes
Cover and cook on low heat for about 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes and ground meat are tender, and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Serve hot with Mexican rice, warm tortillas, or use it as a filling for tacos, burritos, gorditas, or empanadas.