Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" Recipe

Name: Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 3/4 lb. ground beef; 1 yellow onion; 1 large carrot; 1 1/2 tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger; 1/4 c. dry white wine; 1 1/2 lb. potatoes; 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar; 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 c. water; 1/4 c. soy sauce; salt; 2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tbsp. vegetable oil
3/4 lb. ground beef
1 yellow onion
1 large carrot
1 1/2 tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 c. dry white wine
1 1/2 lb. potatoes
2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
1 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. soy sauce
salt
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal (optional)

1
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
2
Add beef and cook, stirring often and breaking up meat, just until its no longer pink, about 2 minutes.
3
Add onions, carrots, and ginger and cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes.
4
Add wine and briskly simmer, scraping up any caramelized bits from bottom of pan, until almost evaporated.
5
Add potatoes, brown sugar, broth, water, and soy sauce and stir to combine.
6
(The liquid wont quite cover the solids.)
7
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered and stirring occasionally, until potatoes and carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.
8
Check seasonings, adding salt if needed.
9
Serve hot or warm, sprinkled with scallions, if you like.
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Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, 3/4 lb. ground beef, 1 yellow onion, 1 large carrot, and more.

Yes, Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes"

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