Bauerntopf German One-Pot Mince and Potato Dish
Bauerntopf (German one-pot mince and potato) is a classic dish that is comfortingly tasty, easy to make, and requires just about 30 minutes to cook.
Servings 5
Calories 368kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g ground beef and pork (1.1 lbs) (see notes below)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon ground smoked or sweet paprika
- 1 large onion - diced
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 600 g diced potatoes (1.3 lbs or 3-4 cups)
- 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 oz / or 400 grams)
- 2 large bell peppers - diced (use red, yellow or orange bell peppers)
- 2.5 cups beef or vegetable broth or stock (or 600 ml)
- a few tablespoons Schmand and chopped parsley (optional - to garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and pork. Season with ground paprika, salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Next, stir in the diced potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, and broth.
- Mix in the tomato paste.
- Cover and cook under low to medium heat for about 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the stew into bowls, top with a dollop of Schmand or crème fraîche, and garnish with chopped parsley (optional). Serve hot with some bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 1350mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3662IU | Vitamin C: 118mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 5mg