Picadillo

Picadillo is a dish that is popular in many Latin American countries. It is typically made with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and olives. It can also be made with chicken, pork, or fish.

The origins of picadillo are unclear, but it is likely that the dish originated in Spain. It is possible that it was inspired by the Spanish dish known as picado, which is made with chopped meat, vegetables, and spices. It is also possible that picadillo was inspired by the Moorish dish known as picatostes, which is made with chopped meat, bread, and spices.

Whatever its origins, picadillo has become a popular dish in many Latin American countries. In Cuba, picadillo is often served with rice and beans. In Mexico, it is often used as a filling for tacos and burritos. In Puerto Rico, it is often served with boiled potatoes.

Advice

Picadillo is a delicious dish that is made up of ground beef, tomatoes, and spices. To make the best picadillo, start by using high-quality ingredients. Ground beef should be fresh and preferably grass-fed. Tomatoes should be ripe and juicy, and spices should be freshly ground. Make sure to sauté the beef until it is nicely browned, and then add the tomatoes and spices. Simmer for about an hour to develop the flavors, and adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve it with rice, potatoes, or your favorite side dish for a truly delicious meal.

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Recipes

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Picadillo

  • salt
  • cinnamon
  • ground beef
  • clove
  • nutmeg
  • chorizo
  • olive oil
  • red wine vinegar
  • cumin
  • bay leaf
  • onion
  • stuffed olife
  • raisin
  • garlic
  • tomato
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Picadillo

  • salt
  • cumin
  • ground beef
  • poblano pepper
  • yukon gold potato
  • black pepper
  • onion
  • cilantro
  • chicken stock
  • vegetable oil
  • plum tomato
  • garlic
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Party Picadillo

  • cayenne pepper
  • bean
  • salt
  • red wine
  • brine cured black olife
  • raisin
  • oregano
  • cumin
  • almond
  • tomato paste
  • olive oil
  • bell pepper
  • onion
  • jalapeño
  • ground beef
  • garlic
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Picadillo

  • tomato sauce
  • ground beef
  • cilantro
  • oregano
  • cumin
  • green onion
  • onion
  • sazon
  • green
  • broth
  • raisin
  • olife
  • cayenne pepper
  • smoked paprika
  • potato
  • garlic
  • canola oil
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Picadillo

  • rice
  • cilantro
  • jalapeño
  • tortilla
  • bell pepper
  • carrot
  • russet potato
  • onion
  • ground beef
  • olive oil
  • oregano
  • salt
  • cinnamon
  • chicken stock
  • tomato paste
  • chili powder
  • cumin
  • garlic
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Cuban Picadillo Recipe

  • salt
  • tomato
  • tomato paste
  • waxy potato
  • onion
  • bell pepper
  • ground beef
  • white wine
  • pimento stuffed olives brine
  • raisin
  • caper
  • olive oil
  • worcestershire sauce
  • oregano
  • cumin
  • bay leaf
  • garlic
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Bean and Butternut Squash Picadillo

  • lime zest
  • rice
  • salt
  • canola oil
  • salt
  • bell pepper
  • butternut squash
  • onion
  • corn
  • garlic
  • cilantro
  • basil
  • bacon
  • garlic chipotle love
  • garlic
  • chicken stock
  • black eyed pea
  • chipotle
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Picadillo

  • salt
  • carrot
  • potato
  • green pea
  • ground beef
  • onion
  • water
  • garlic
  • tomato
  • vegetable oil
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Beef-Mushroom Picadillo

  • cilantro
  • salt
  • white rice
  • red wine vinegar
  • onion
  • white button mushroom
  • oregano
  • tomato
  • pimiento stuffed green olife
  • raisin
  • cinnamon
  • cumin
  • tomato paste
  • vegetable oil
  • garlic
  • ground beef
  • portobello mushroom
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Picadillo

  • salt
  • sherry
  • raisin
  • tomato sauce
  • oregano
  • bell pepper
  • cumin
  • garlic
  • bay leaf
  • green onion
  • green olife
  • caper
  • olive oil
  • ground beef

Ingredient Breakdown

 
garlic
salt
ground beef
onion
cumin
oregano
olive oil
raisin
bell pepper
cilantro
tomato
tomato paste
cinnamon
bay leaf
potato
tomato sauce
chicken stock
vegetable oil
red wine vinegar
green olife
cayenne pepper
jalapeño
green onion
canola oil
rice
carrot
caper
clove
nutmeg
chorizo
stuffed olife
beef stock
poblano pepper
yukon gold potato
black pepper
plum tomato
bean
red wine
brine cured black olife
almond
sazon
green
broth
olife
smoked paprika
tortilla
russet potato
chili powder
waxy potato
white wine
pimento stuffed olives brine
worcestershire sauce
lime zest
butternut squash
corn
basil
bacon
garlic chipotle love
black eyed pea
chipotle
green pea
water
white rice
white button mushroom
pimiento stuffed green olife
portobello mushroom
sherry

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • garlic 73%
  • onion 73%

Common Ingredients

  • cumin 64%
  • ground beef 64%
  • salt 64%

Rarey Ingredients

  • bell pepper 45%
  • olive oil 45%
  • oregano 45%