Abuela's Picadillo

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Abuela's Picadillo
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 05, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pitted green olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add the diced tomatoes, olives, and parsley and stir to combine.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

  • Picadillo is a traditional Cuban dish that is popular throughout Latin America.
  • Picadillo is often served with white rice and black beans.
  • The dish is often served during special occasions and holidays.