Picadillo with Pizzazz

Spice up your dinner with "Picadillo with Pizzazz," a bold twist on the classic Latin American comfort food. This hearty one-pan dish combines savory ground beef with a zesty medley of ingredients like green olives, capers, and smoky paprika, creating a balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. The addition of plump raisins and a hint of cinnamon brings a surprising depth, while fresh cilantro adds a pop of brightness. Simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce and served over fluffy white rice, this picadillo is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a flavorful, fuss-free recipe you’ll turn to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 14 oz can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup green olives, sliced
• 2 tbsp capers
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 cups cooked white rice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the raisins, sliced green olives, and capers to the skillet, followed by the beef broth. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the picadillo and stir gently to combine.

Step 10

Serve the Picadillo with Pizzazz over cooked white rice for a complete and flavorful meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2227.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2872.2

Total Fat 143.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 313.0mg	0%
Sodium 9088.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.9g	0%
Total Sugars 129.2g
Protein 108.4g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 589.7mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 4225.9mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 42.9%