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Picadillo de Vainica con Zanahoria

Cultural Context

Picadillo de Vainica con Zanahoria is a traditional Costa Rican dish that showcases the region's love for fresh vegetables and hearty meats. Typically enjoyed as a family meal, this dish combines ground beef with vibrant vegetables like vainica (green beans) and carrots, creating a colorful and nutritious plate. Over the years, variations have emerged, with some families adding different spices or vegetables, making it a versatile dish enjoyed in many homes across Costa Rica.

Costa RicanCRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup vainica
1 cup carrots
1 onion
1 bell pepper
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons Salsa Lizano
cilantro

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Wash hands before cooking.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3

Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until softened.

4

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant.

5

Add 1 cup of diced carrots and 1 cup of vainica (green beans) to the skillet; stir to combine.

6

Add 2 teaspoons of Salsa Lizano to the mixture.

7

Pour in approximately 1/4 cup of water and stir.

8

Cover the skillet and let it cook for a while, stirring occasionally.

9

Add chopped cilantro to the dish before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Caribbean-style PicadilloCosta Rican Picadillo

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