Fideo with potatoes and ground beef

“Fideo with Potatoes and Ground Beef” is a flavorful Mexican pasta dish that combines vermicelli noodles with ground beef, potatoes, and a variety of spices. Here’s a recipe in English for Fideo with Potatoes and Ground Beef:

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces (about 1/2 pound) vermicelli noodles, broken into short pieces
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 cups beef or chicken broth
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
• Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or a wide, deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the vermicelli noodles and stir frequently until they turn golden brown, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove the toasted noodles from the pan and set them aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook it over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it’s browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
3. Stir in the finely chopped onion and minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add the diced potatoes, diced tomatoes (including the juice from the can), ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
5. Pour the beef or chicken broth into the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
6. Once the potatoes are cooked, return the toasted vermicelli noodles to the skillet. Stir everything together.
7. Cover the skillet again and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and have absorbed some of the liquid. If needed, add a bit more broth or water to achieve your desired consistency.
8. Taste the fideo and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
9. Serve the Fideo with Potatoes and Ground Beef hot in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Enjoy this comforting and satisfying Mexican dish with its unique combination of flavors and textures!