Classic Cuban-Style Picadillo
Classic Cuban-Style Picadillo balances savory ground beef with sweet pops of raisin and briny green olives, all simmered in a rich tomato base. The peppers and cilantro add brightness, making it perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a festive family spread with rice, black beans, and fried plantains. Serve it hot when you want bold flavors and hearty satisfaction.
- Prep25 min
- Cook30 min
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cook and stir the ground beef in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat until it is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes, then pour off any excess grease.
- 2
Stir the onion and the garlic into the beef and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Add the bell peppers, raisins, olives, tomato paste, water, and cilantro; bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the peppers are cooked to your liking, about 10 minutes.
- Calories 648.58 kcal High
- Protein 33.47 g Good Source
- Carbs 50.14 g Moderate
- Total Fat 35.63 g High
- Saturated Fat 14.07 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 121.97 mg High
- Sodium 211.56 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.41 g Moderate
- Sugar 32.23 g High
- Added Sugar 0.64 g Low Source
- Calcium 74.82 mg Low Source
- Iron 5.14 mg Good Source
- Potassium 769.23 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 83.96 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 28.8 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
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