Jun 04 2026
RestaurantsSoul de Cuba CafePicadillo A La Havana Style Recipe

Picadillo A La Havana Style Recipe

Inspired by Soul de Cuba Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

A mixture of Extra Lean Ground Beef, Onions, Garlic, Green and Red Bell Peppers, Green Olives & Caribbean Seasoning. Served with Steamed Rice, Small Soup & Green Salad.

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Ingredients

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Picadillo

For Serving

Method

Cooking Picadillo

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Beef

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute. Then, add the extra lean ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Season the Mixture

    Stir in the Caribbean seasoning and sliced green olives. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Serving

  1. 4

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the picadillo over a bed of steamed rice, alongside a bowl of small soup and a green salad.

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