Ground Beef (picadillo) Recipe
Make Ground Beef (picadillo) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat and Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Liquid Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Aromatics
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are soft.
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Cooking the Beef
Adding the Sauce
- 5
Incorporate Tomato Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
- 6
Add Olives and Raisins
Mix in the sliced green olives and raisins, ensuring they are well distributed throughout the mixture.
Simmering
- 7
Simmer the Picadillo
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Picadillo can be served warm with rice, tortillas, or as a filling for tacos.
