Mexican Style Ground Beef Hash
A hearty and flavorful Mexican-style dish combining ground beef, fresh vegetables, and spices, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use grass-fed for richer flavor.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium potato, cubed Aim for uniform sizes.
- 1 cup corn kernels Can use fresh, frozen, or canned.
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
Spices
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder Adjust for spice preference.
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Cooking
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Avocado slices (for serving)
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the cubed potatoes. Sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and brown.
- Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add ground beef and break apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Mix everything together in the skillet. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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Notes
Keep an eye on moisture levels; add broth or tomato juice if too dry. Let the hash sit for a few minutes after cooking for better flavor.