In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add fideo noodles and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside.
Cook the beef:
In the same skillet, add ground beef and cook until browned.
Drain excess fat if needed.
Sauté aromatics:
Add onion and garlic to the beef. Cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add potatoes and spices:
Stir in diced potatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional chili powder.
Cook 2–3 minutes.
Add liquids and fideo:
Pour in diced tomatoes and broth, bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in toasted fideo noodles. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10–12 minutes, or until noodles and potatoes are tender.
Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and serve warm.
💡 Tips
For extra flavor, sauté the fideo noodles with a little tomato paste before adding broth.
Add carrots or peas for additional veggies.
For a richer dish, stir in a tablespoon of butter or a sprinkle of cheese before serving.
Leftovers reheat well and thicken; add a splash of broth or water when reheating.
If you want, I can also give you a slow-cooker version of Fideo with Potatoes and Ground Beef that cooks everything together for a “set it and forget it” meal. Do you want me to do that?
