Here’s a delicious, comforting Fideo with Ground Beef and Potatoes 🍝🥔—a classic Spanish/Mexican-inspired one-pan pasta dish that’s rich, savory, and hearty.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 7 oz (200 g) fideo pasta (or thin vermicelli broken into 2-inch pieces)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (or 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped)
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Brown beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if needed.
- Sauté aromatics
- Add onion and garlic to the pan with beef. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Toast pasta
- Add fideo to the pan and toast 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden.
- Add liquids & potatoes
- Stir in diced tomatoes, broth, smoked paprika, and potatoes.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender and potatoes are cooked.
- Finish & serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- Cheesy version: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top before serving
- Spicy kick: Add a diced jalapeño with onions or ½ tsp cayenne
- Vegetable boost: Add peas, corn, or bell peppers
- One-pan cleanup: Use a large sauté pan with a lid to cook everything together
This dish is comforting, filling, and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
I can also make a slow-cooker version that’s hands-off and extra flavorful if you want.
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