Ground Beef & Potatoes

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🥩 Ground Beef & Potatoes – Complete Recipe Guide

📌 Description

Ground Beef & Potatoes is a hearty, comforting one-pan meal made with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, onions, and spices. It’s simple, budget-friendly, filling, and perfect for busy weeknights. This dish delivers rich flavor, balanced nutrition, and satisfying textures in every bite.

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

🍽️ Servings

Serves: 4 people

📝 Ingredients

  • 500g (1 lb) ground beef

  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled & diced

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp cooking oil

  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp cumin powder

  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

  • ½ tsp dried oregano or thyme

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richer flavor)

  • ½ cup water or beef broth

  • Fresh coriander or parsley for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden.

  3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.

  5. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, chili flakes, and herbs.

  6. Add diced potatoes and mix well.

  7. Stir in tomato paste (optional).

  8. Add water or broth, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

  9. Remove lid, cook 2–3 minutes to reduce excess liquid.

  10. Garnish and serve hot.

📌 Notes

  • You can use chicken, turkey, or lamb mince instead of beef.

  • Add carrots, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.

  • For crispy potatoes, pan-fry them separately before mixing.

💡 Tips for Best Flavor

  • Use waxy potatoes for better texture.

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan for proper browning.

  • Let beef brown properly before stirring for richer taste.

  • Add a small knob of butter at the end for extra richness.

🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 420 kcal

  • Protein: 25 g

  • Carbohydrates: 30 g

  • Fat: 22 g

  • Fiber: 4 g

  • Iron: 18% DV

  • Potassium: 15% DV

(Values may vary depending on ingredients and portion size.)

🌟 Health Benefits

  • High Protein: Supports muscle growth and repair

  • Energy Boost: Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates

  • Iron-Rich: Helps prevent fatigue and anemia

  • Balanced Meal: Good mix of protein, carbs, and fats

  • Budget-Friendly Nutrition: Affordable & filling

❓ Q & A – Common Questions

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
👉 Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Q: Can I freeze it?
👉 Yes, freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat.

Q: Can I make it spicy?
👉 Absolutely! Add green chilies, chili paste, or extra flakes.

Q: What can I serve with it?
👉 Serve with bread, rice, chapati, naan, salad, or yogurt sauce.

Q: Can I cook it in an air fryer?
👉 Beef should be pan-cooked first; potatoes can be air-fried separately.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • With steamed rice

  • With buttery naan or roti

  • With fresh salad & yogurt dip

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