By Bring Ranchero Steak with Potatoes to your table with an easy method and crowd-pleasing taste. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings alike.
Ranchero Steak with Potatoes captures the essence of drinks while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Ranchero Steak with Potatoes becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 lb skirt steak
8 oz can tomato sauce
2-3 Serrano peppers
3 Roma tomatoes
2 bay leaves
Small white onion
1 garlic clove
3 small potatoes
Salt and pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
How To Make Ranchero Steak with Potatoes
Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil to pan and cook sliced potatoes until tender. Remove from oil and add minced garlic to remaining oil and allow to infuse then add thinly sliced steak (cook until all the juice is released from meat and remove meat from pan. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and add sliced onions and Serrano peppers until onion is translucent then add in sliced tomatoes (cook for about 1 min). Add tomato sauce and 2 bay leaves and allow to bubble. Add steak and potatoes and give it a good stir. Cover and let cook on low heat for 10 min.
PREPARATION STEPS
Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil to pan and cook sliced potatoes until tender
Remove from oil and add minced garlic to remaining oil and allow to infuse then add thinly sliced steak (cook until all the juice is released from meat and remove meat from pan
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and add sliced onions and Serrano peppers until onion is translucent then add in sliced tomatoes (cook for about 1 min)
Add tomato sauce and 2 bay leaves and allow to bubble
Add steak and potatoes and give it a good stir
Cover and let cook on low heat for 10 min.
How To Make Ranchero Steak with Potatoes
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 0 min | Total: 10 min | Servings: 2 | Calories: ~150 kcal | Difficulty: Easy
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Breakfast pastries; Light snacks; Fruit salad
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
