Cuban Picadillo
Cuban Picadillo is a savory ground beef hash simmered with tomatoes, olives, capers, and raisins creating a uniquely sweet and briny flavor combination. It is one of the most beloved weeknight dishes in Cuban cooking and is typically served over white rice with black beans on the side.
Savory Cuban ground beef hash with tomatoes, olives, capers, and raisins in a rich sofrito base.
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Instructions
Brown the Beef
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 8 to 10 minutes until fully browned. Drain excess fat but leave about a tablespoon in the pan for flavor.
Add Aromatics
Add the diced onion to the beef and cook for 4 minutes until softened. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and a bay leaf. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices.
Simmer with Tomatoes and Mix-ins
Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and stir to combine. Add the sliced green olives, raisins, and capers. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste and Serve
Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed. The balance of sweet from the raisins and briny from the olives should be noticeable. Serve over white rice with hot sauce on the side.
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