Picadillo Recipe: Hearty and Flavorful
Picadillo with a hearty, flavorful taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 85% lean
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup green olives sliced
- ¼ cup raisins optional
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon optional
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup beef or chicken broth
- Optional: Fresh cilantro lime wedges
- Suggested Pairings: Red wine tortillas
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet; cook beef 5–7 minutes until browned; drain fat.
- Add onion and bell pepper; cook 4–5 minutes. Add garlic for 1 minute.
- Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, olives, raisins, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust with salt or cumin.
- Add broth; simmer on low for 15–20 minutes.
- Adjust consistency with broth if needed.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with rice or tortillas.
Notes
- Use green olives for a tangy flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try a vegan or spicy variation.
- Pair with a green salad.