Classic Picadillo

Bursting with rich, savory flavors and a touch of sweetness, Classic Picadillo is a comforting one-pan dish that brings the vibrant essence of Latin American cuisine to your table. Featuring tender ground beef simmered with aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and paprika, this hearty recipe is elevated by the addition of golden raisins and briny green olives for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The base of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic, combined with a luscious tomato and beef broth sauce, creates a deep, flavorful foundation. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect served over steaming white rice, tucked into warm tortillas, or as a filling for empanadas. With its bold ingredients and simple preparation, Classic Picadillo is a must-try, family-friendly recipe that hits all the right notes!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 0.5 cup golden raisins
• 0.5 cup green olives, sliced
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine the spices with the meat.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 7

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Add the golden raisins, sliced green olives, and bay leaf. Stir well.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the picadillo simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and taste, adjusting the seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired before serving.

Step 12

Serve picadillo hot with rice, warm tortillas, or as a filling for empanadas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1592.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2143.1

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 329.3mg	0%
Sodium 5604.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.9g	0%
Total Sugars 78.7g
Protein 92.1g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 483.7mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 3594.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.7%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 21.6%