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Picadillo

Cultural Context

Originating from Cuba, Picadillo is a comforting dish that reflects the island's diverse culinary influences, combining Spanish, African, and Caribbean flavors. Traditionally enjoyed as a family meal, it often features ground beef, spices, and sweet elements like raisins, symbolizing the fusion of savory and sweet in Cuban cuisine. Today, variations exist across Latin America, with each country adding its unique twist to this beloved dish.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 ¾ lbs 95% to 97% lean ground beef
1 cup minced leeks or green spring onion
1 cup diced red bell peppers
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup minced cilantro
1 small tomato, diced
8 oz can low sodium petite diced tomato sauce
1/4 cup green olives
1 Tbs capers
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 bay leaves
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon fresh pepper
1

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

3

Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it apart, about 6-8 minutes.

4

Stir in diced tomatoes, green olives, raisins, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves.

5

Season with salt, black pepper, and vinegar; mix well to combine.

6

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7

Meanwhile, peel and dice potatoes into small cubes.

8

In a separate pot, boil diced potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes; drain.

9

Fold cooked potatoes into the picadillo mixture and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

10

Remove bay leaves before serving.

11

Serve hot with rice or plantains.

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Allergens

milkgluten

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