Carne Gisada Con Papas (Meat & Potatoes)

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 17

Tasty Carne Gisada Con Papas (Meat & Potatoes) Recipe for Weeknight Dinners

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr 40 min

Ready In

1 hr 55min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

352

Sugar

Fat

18g

Carne Gisada Con Papas, or Meat & Potatoes, is a classic Latin American dish that is hearty, warming, and satisfying. The beef in this recipe is slow-cooked to perfection with spices like cumin and garlic that offer an array of flavors. The addition of potatoes makes this dish filling and satisfying, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. This dish is often served in homes across Latin America, and each family has their own variation.

Instructions

1.	Cut the steak into bite-size pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2.	Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the steak.
3.	Cook until browned on all sides, then add the tomato sauce, cumin, garlic, and enough water to cover the meat.
4.	Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
5.	While the meat is cooking, peel and chop the potatoes into small pieces.
6.	Add the potatoes to the pot and continue to cook for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

PROS

This Carne Gisada Con Papas recipe is a one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and makes for great leftovers.

It is packed with protein from the beef and offers a hearty and filling meal.

The flavors of the cumin and garlic complement the beef and potatoes well.

CONS

The amount of red meat in this recipe may not be suitable for those who are keeping their red meat intake to a minimum.

It is also a high-calorie dish, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not necessarily be a ‘health food,’ it does provide much-needed protein from the beef.
Beef is high in essential vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The potatoes are a great source of carbohydrates and are jam-packed with vitamins and minerals themselves.

	3 lbs round steaks , 1/2 '' Thick
	2 lbs potatoes
	8 ounces tomato sauce
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	1/2 teaspoon pepper , Ground
	1/2 teaspoon cumin , Ground
	1 clove garlic , Smashed
	water