Description
Cuban Picadillo is a vibrant dish that masterfully balances sweet and savory flavors with the richness of ground beef, briny olives, and sweet raisins. Infused with traditional spices like cumin and sazon seasoning, it’s a comforting meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
Whether served over a bed of fluffy rice, tucked into tacos, or stuffed into empanadas, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something quick yet flavorful. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to bring a taste of Cuban cuisine to your table!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 packet sazon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in the ground beef and cook until it’s browned and crumbly (approximately 7–10 minutes).
- Mix in the tomato sauce, olives, raisins, capers, cumin, sazon seasoning, sugar, and salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- Serve warm over rice or use as a filling for tacos or empanadas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes