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Chile Cascabel Beef and Potato(Carne Con Papa)

A classic pairing of beef, potatoes in a red chile sauce.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 6 chile cascabel
  • 2-4 chile puya or 2 chile de arbol
  • 2 medium red potatoes washed and diced
  • 2 tbsp avocado or grapeseed oil
  • 1 pound chuck steak sliced thin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup white onion dice fine
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Mexican oregano
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tsps beef or chicken bouillon

Instructions

  • Remove the stems and seeds from dried chiles. Transfer them to a pot of simmering water. Cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Season the sliced beef with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Preheat a skillet to medium for a a few minutes. Add the potatoes, season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and continue frying for 10-13 minutes. Stir now and then.
  • While potatoes are frying, preheat a large heavy skillet to medium for 5 minutes.
  • Once skillet is very hot add the seasoned beef and spread out evenly. Let the beef sear for 4-5 minutes before stirring. Stir after 5 minutes and let it sear a few more minutes. Remove potatoes from heat once golden brown on some sides.
  • While beef is browning, drain the water from softened chiles and transfer to the blender. Pour in 2 cups of tap water. Add 2 tsps of bouillon, cover and blend until very smooth. If you have a good blender, there is no need to strain. Set aside.
  • To the beef , mix in the onions, garlic, cumin seeds and oregano. Stir to combine and saute for for 3-4 minutes. Pour in the chile cascabel salsa from blender. Stir well to combine. Taste for salt. After it simmers for 5 minutes, fold in the potatatoes. Continue simmering for 10 minutes to reduce and thicken. Enjoy! Serve with warm tortillas of your choice, side of rice and beans! Yields 4-5 servings

Notes

Any of these classic beef and potato dishes can be prepared with chicken or pork.