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Picadillo a la Mexicana

Cultural Context

Picadillo a la Mexicana is a beloved dish that showcases the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Traditionally made with ground beef, it incorporates a variety of vegetables and spices, reflecting the diverse agricultural bounty of the region. This dish is often served during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. Variations exist across Latin America, with each country adding its own twist, making it a cherished comfort food in many households.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 kg carne molida
1/4 taza agua
1 cucharadota manteca de puerco
1.5 cucharadas pimienta limón en polvo
1 cucharada ajo en polvo
1/2 cebolla blanca mediana
3 chiles serranos
2 tomates

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork can be more affordable.

almonds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried figs

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while figs can be more budget-friendly.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow bell pepper

Zucchini is lower in calories, while yellow bell pepper can be found at similar prices.

1

Cocinar 1 kg de carne molida con 1/4 taza de agua a fuego medio alto durante 10 minutos.

2

Destapar y dejar que se consuma el líquido durante 10 minutos más, picando la carne para que no se haga bolas.

3

Agregar 1 cucharadota de manteca de puerco.

4

Añadir 1.5 cucharadas de pimienta limón en polvo y 1 cucharada de ajo en polvo, y mezclar bien.

5

Incorporar 1/2 cebolla blanca mediana bien picadita.

6

Agregar 3 chiles serranos: uno picadito con semillas y los otros dos sin semillas y en tiritas.

7

Dejar hervir por 5 minutos.

8

Agregar 2 tomates cortados en cuadritos y 2 chiles serranos enteros (opcional).

9

Hervir por 6 a 7 minutos más a fuego medio alto.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Mexican PicadilloPicadillo
Local Name: Picadillo a la Mexicana

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