Minced meat with potatoes: An easy and tasty recipe
Try this easy minced meat and potato recipe—simple, hearty, and full of flavor. A perfect one-pan dinner ready in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 500 g 1.1 lbs minced meat
- 4 potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: Herbs de Provence or chopped parsley for added flavor
Instructions
Prepare the potatoes:
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small, even cubes for faster cooking.
Sauté aromatics:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Cook the meat:
- Add the minced meat to the pan. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked through.
Add potatoes:
- Stir in the diced potatoes and mix everything well to coat in the flavors.
Simmer:
- Cover the pan with a lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender.
Season and serve:
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with herbs if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Dice potatoes evenly so they cook uniformly.
Add a splash of broth or water if the pan gets too dry while simmering.
Herbs like rosemary, thyme, or paprika can elevate the flavor.