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

Cuban picadillo is a traditional dish that is bursting with flavor and is a favorite in Cuban cuisine. This delicious recipe is a medley of ground beef, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and a variety of savory spices. It is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy, making it a truly satisfying and comforting dish.

What sets Cuban picadillo apart from other ground beef dishes is the combination of flavors and ingredients. The addition of olives, raisins, and capers adds a unique and deli...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds ground beef
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups raisins
  • 2 (8 ounce) jars green olives, drained and chopped
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ bunch cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Brown ground beef in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Pour off any excess grease, then stir in onion and garlic; cook for 2 minutes before adding red pepper, green pepper, raisins, olives, tomato paste, water, and cilantro. Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 10 minutes, or until peppers have cooked to your liking.
  • Nutrition

    539 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 1786mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 95mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1216mg