1-Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients First, take a moment to chop and measure everything out. You’ll need to dice the yellow potatoes, chop the onion, jalapeno, serrano pepper if you’re using it, and garlic. Also, chop the tomatoes and have your ground beef ready. This prep step takes about 10 minutes and sets the stage for a seamless cook.

2-Step 2: Heat and Sauté Heat the 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and peppers, then cook them for about 5 minutes until they soften. This step fills your kitchen with a wonderful aroma that makes cooking feel like an adventure.

3-Step 3: Add Meat and Garlic Stir in the chopped garlic and 1 pound of ground beef, breaking up the meat with a spoon. Let it brown for around 5 minutes, but don’t cook it all the way through yet. This keeps the meat tender and allows flavors to blend later on. If you’re curious about health benefits of beef, it’s a great source of protein that makes this dish satisfying.

4-Step 4: Build the Flavor Now, mix in the chopped tomatoes, 3/4 cup of beef stock, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano, 1 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring everything to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring now and then, until the potatoes are tender. Check after 15 minutes to make sure it’s just right.

5-Step 5: Finish and Serve Once done, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve it hot over cooked rice or with warmed tortillas, and add sliced peppers, chili flakes, fresh lime juice, or hot sauce if you like. The total time is about 55 minutes, with 10 minutes prep and 45 minutes cooking, making it perfect for weeknights.