Here’s a simple and hearty recipe for Fideo with Potatoes and Hamburger Meat—a comforting, filling dish that’s easy to make 🍝🥔🥩
Fideo with Potatoes and Hamburger Meat
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8 oz (about 225 g) fideo noodles (or broken spaghetti)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 2 ½ cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Brown the Meat
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Cook the Potatoes
- Add diced potatoes to the meat mixture.
- Stir for 2–3 minutes, letting them start to soften.
3. Toast the Fideo
- Push meat and potatoes to the side of the pan.
- Add fideo noodles to the pan and toast lightly until slightly golden (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Add Liquid and Simmer
- Pour in tomato sauce and broth.
- Stir everything together, ensuring noodles are submerged.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until noodles and potatoes are tender.
5. Serve
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Serve hot with a side of bread or a simple salad.
Tips
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers, peas, or carrots for extra flavor.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne.
- If noodles absorb too much liquid, just add a little more broth or water.
If you want, I can also give a quick 20-minute one-pot version that’s even faster for weeknights.
