Hearty, flavorful, and soul-warming, Carne Guisada con Carne Molida y Papas is one of those classic Mexican comfort dishes that bring back memories of home-cooked meals made with love. This dish captures the rustic essence of traditional guisados slow-simmered stews that transform simple ingredients into deep, rich, and satisfying flavors. Tender chunks of potato mingle with seasoned ground beef, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a mildly spiced sauce that’s thick, aromatic, and absolutely irresistible when scooped up with freshly toasted flour tortillas.
Unlike traditional beef stew made with chunks of meat, this version uses ground beef (carne molida), making it quicker to prepare without sacrificing the comforting richness of the original. The flavors build layer by layer onions and garlic sautéed until golden, tomatoes cooked down into a base, and spices like cumin and chili powder infusing the sauce with warmth. As it simmers, the potatoes soak up all that seasoned goodness, becoming buttery soft while thickening the sauce naturally. The result is a hearty dish that’s both homestyle and deeply flavorful.