Irresistible Picadillo Recipe
Experience the warmth and comfort of picadillo, a beloved Latin American dish bursting with flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a delightful mix of spices that create a symphony of sweet and savory tastes. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, picadillo is sure to become a favorite in your home. Serve it over rice or use it as a filling for tacos for a delicious twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and add ground beef. Cook until browned with no pink remaining.
- Mix in tomato sauce, olives, raisins, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, add bay leaves, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot over rice or in tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg