Description
Mexican Picadillo is a comforting dish packed with spices, savory ingredients, and nutritional benefits, making it a beloved staple across Latin communities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes into small, uniform pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat and add the onions and garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the bell peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes. Sprinkle in the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.
- Add the raisins, olives, and broth, stirring to combine. Cover and let come to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more broth if necessary.
- Serve hot, accompanied by warm tortillas or over rice.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, consider using lean ground meat or sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Picadillo, Mexican Food, Comfort Food, Ground Beef, Dinner
