Picadillo Recipe
Make 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 Vegetables
Sauces and Seasonings
Garnishes
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare Vegetables
Finely chop the onion and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic and dice the potato into small cubes.
- 2
Prepare 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.
Cooking Picadillo
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, minced garlic, and diced potato to the skillet. Stir well.
- 4
Add Sauces and Seasonings
Stir in the tomato sauce, soy sauce, bay leaves, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- 5
Simmer
Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Add Peas and Olives
After 20 minutes, add the frozen peas and chopped olives to the skillet. Stir to incorporate and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove bay leaves, and serve the Picadillo in bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.