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Picadillo Recipe (Mexican Picadillo) Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

This authentic Mexican Picadillo recipe features ground beef simmered with aromatic spices, tomato sauce, and tender diced potatoes. A comforting and flavorful one-pan dish, perfect served with warm tortillas or rice for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Generous pinch of dried oregano
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup water or beef broth
  • Cilantro, for garnish
  • Tortillas or cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it up into small crumbles as it cooks.
  2. Season the beef: While the beef is browning, add salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add aromatics and tomato sauce: Stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, canned tomato sauce, and diced potatoes, mixing well to combine.
  4. Simmer with liquid: Pour in the water or beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove the lid and taste to adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve the picadillo hot alongside warmed tortillas or cooked rice.

Notes

  • You can substitute the water with beef broth for a richer flavor.
  • Adjust the seasoning to taste before serving.
  • This dish can also be made with ground turkey or chicken as a leaner option.
  • The tomato sauce can be replaced with crushed tomatoes or diced tomatoes if preferred.