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Easy Mexican Picadillo Recipe

Made with ground beef, potatoes, tomatoes, and lots of flavor, Mexican picadillo is pure comfort food and a simple dish with ingredients you probably already have on hand! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 417 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 large russet potato peeled and diced
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 Jalapeno pepper seeded and diced
  • 3-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • ½ cup green olives sliced into thirds
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet, add add 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and onion and saute for approximately 5-7 minutes until the onions start to become translucent.
  3. Then add in the diced jalapeño and minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes. Place the cooked veggies in a bowl and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned, crumbling with a spatula or wooden spoon as you cook it to crumble it.
  5. Add the veggies back to the skillet with the browned meat and add the broth, tomato paste, olives, and seasonings and stir to combine well.
  6. Bring to a boil then reduce to low , cover with a lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve over rice and top with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken.
  • Use Yukon gold potatoes or red potatoes instead of russet.
  • Add more jalapenos for more spiciness.
  • Use a can of diced tomatoes with or without the liquid instead of tomato paste. You can also dice fresh tomatoes.
  • Use more broth if you want it more soup like.
  • If it is too liquidity for your liking, simmer uncovered to reduce the sauce.
  • Add more veggies like green peas if desired.
  • Allow to cool before covering. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 417kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 790mg (33%) Potassium 1161mg (33%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 4503IU (90%) Vitamin C 55mg (61%) Calcium 92mg (9%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 417

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 417kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 790mg 33%
Potassium 1161mg 25%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 4503IU 90%
Vitamin C 55mg 61%
Calcium 92mg 9%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.