Picadillo
A warm, homey Mexican hash where browned ground beef melds with soft potatoes, sweet raisins, and briny olives in a tangy tomato sauce—comfort with a hint of brightness. It’s unfussy to make yet layered in sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors.
1 lb ground beef, 80/20
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 cup tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes, 14.5 oz can, undrained
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp green olives, sliced
2 tbsp raisins
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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