How to Make Authentic Mexican Picadillo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Authentic Mexican Picadillo is a classic Latin American dish that is beloved for its rich and flavorful taste. With its origins traced back to Spain, this dish has become a staple in Mexican cuisine and is often enjoyed during festive gatherings and family meals. Picadillo is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, whether it's served as a filling for tacos, stuffed in peppers, or simply enjoyed with a side of rice and beans.

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Ingredients

  • 6 tomatoes
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ onion, halved
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 1 serrano pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 (7.75 ounce) can Mexican-style hot tomato sauce (such as El Pato)
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cubed
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
  • ½ tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Make tomato sauce: Place tomatoes (whole) in a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then use a slotted spoon to transfer tomatoes to a blender. Add 3/4 cup water, onion, and garlic. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • Make picadillo: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and serrano pepper in hot oil until onion is transparent. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomato and cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef; cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour in Mexican-style hot tomato sauce; cook for 2 minutes. Mix in potatoes and carrots; cook for 2 minutes. Add blended tomato sauce, jalapeño, bouillon, cumin, and bay leaf; mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    372 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 79mg
    • Sodium: 529mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 979mg