Description
Bistec Ranchero con Papas is a hearty Mexican dish made with tender beef and potatoes simmered in a rustic tomato-based sauce. It’s full of savory flavor and makes a comforting, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds beef steak (sirloin or chuck), cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium white onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and chili pepper (if using), and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they release their juices and form a chunky sauce.
- Return beef to the skillet, add cubed potatoes, and pour in beef broth.
- Stir gently, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until potatoes are tender and beef is fully cooked.
- Uncover during the last few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Notes
- Add bell peppers or extra tomatoes for more texture and flavor.
- Leave out chili pepper for a milder version.
- A pinch of oregano or bay leaf adds extra depth to the sauce.
- Serve with warm tortillas, rice, or beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
