Fideo with potatoes and ground beef

Ah! You’re talking about a dish with fideo, potatoes, and ground beef—sounds hearty and delicious. I can give you a simple recipe for it:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fideo noodles (or broken vermicelli)

• 1/2 lb (225 g) ground beef

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups beef or chicken broth (or water with bouillon)

• 1/2 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes

• 2 tbsp oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: cumin, paprika, or chili powder for extra flavor

• Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Toast the fideo noodles

   • In a large pan, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat.

   • Add the fideo noodles and stir until lightly golden. Set aside.

2. Cook the ground beef

   • In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil if needed.

   • Sauté the onion and garlic until soft.

   • Add the ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.

3. Add potatoes and tomato sauce

   • Stir in the diced potatoes and tomato sauce. Let it cook 2–3 minutes.

4. Add broth and noodles

   • Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.

   • Add the toasted fideo noodles. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until the potatoes and noodles are tender.

5. Adjust seasoning & serve

   • Taste and add more salt/pepper if needed.

   • Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.