Jul 14 2026
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Ground Beef (picadillo) (25) Recipe

Inspired by Mr Empanada - St. Petersburg
Time55m
Serves4

Make Ground Beef (picadillo) (25) Recipe in just 55m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Spices & Seasonings

Liquids

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and dice the tomato and potato. Slice the green olives and set all aside.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, and diced potato to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

  3. 4

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Stir in the diced tomato, green olives, tomato sauce, broth, cumin, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  4. 5

    Simmer the Picadillo

    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are tender.

  5. 6

    Final Touches

    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

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