Beef Picadillo
Classic Cuban ground beef stew with olives and raisins
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the vegetablesHeat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Brown the meatAdd the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan for flavor.
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Add seasoningsStir in the cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and toast the spices slightly, about 1 minute.
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Simmer with tomato saucePour in the tomato sauce and add the bay leaves. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add olives and raisinsStir in the green olives, raisins, and capers. Continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes. The raisins will plump up and the sauce will thicken slightly.
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Final adjustmentsTaste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving. The final texture should be moist but not soupy.
Nutritional Information
385
Calories
per serving
28
Protein
g per serving
15
Carbohydrates
g per serving
24
Total Fat
g per serving
9
Saturated Fat
g per serving
3
Fiber
g per serving
8
Sugar
g per serving
780
Sodium
mg per serving
20
Vitamin C
% daily value
3.5
Iron
mg per serving
Beef Picadillo is Also Known As
Picadillo Cubano, Cuban Picadillo, Picadillo Mexicano, Picadillo de Carne or Ground Beef Hash
