Brazilian Picadillo Recipe

Brazilian Picadillo is a traditional dish from Brazil that is beloved for its rich, savory flavors and comforting aroma. This dish is a staple in Brazilian households and is often passed down through generations, with each family adding their own unique twist to the classic recipe. Picadillo, which translates to "chopped" in Spanish, is a fitting name for this dish, as it is made by finely chopping a variety of ingredients and cooking them together to create a mouthwatering blend of flavors.<...

2 tablespoons olive oil
7 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 ½ cups chopped green bell pepper
3 pounds lean ground beef
1 (5 ounce) jar green olives, pitted and halved
5 ounces capers, rinsed, and drained
¼ cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
2 dried bay leaves
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
6 cups canned tomatoes, half-drained

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Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 12

In a large stock pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, and green pepper until onions are transparent. Transfer onion mixture to a bowl and set aside. In the same pot, heat remaining olive oil and brown ground beef.

In a separate saucepan, combine olives, capers, vinegar, salt, pepper, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, and hot sauce. Let simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Place olive mixture and onion mixture into the pot with the ground beef. Add the half-drained tomatoes and cook for 1 hour over medium heat; occasionally stirring.

Nutrition

292 cal.

Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 74mg
Sodium: 1064mg
Total Carbohydrate: 10g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Total Sugars: 4g
Protein: 24g
Vitamin C: 28mg
Calcium: 71mg
Iron: 4mg
Potassium: 583mg

How to Make Brazilian Picadillo - A Step-by-Step Guide

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Nutrition

292 cal.

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