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Mexican Picadillo: Discover the Ultimate Comfort Recipe!

Mexican Picadillo is a comforting and flavorful dish made with ground beef, vegetables, and spices, perfect for a hearty meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 1 cup diced potatoes about 1 medium potato
  • 1/2 cup green olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the diced potatoes, diced tomato, green olives, raisins, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and apple cider vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use a mix of ground meats for added flavor.

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