Description
Mexican Picadillo is a vibrant and comforting dish that features ground beef, tender potatoes, and zesty peppers. This hearty recipe melds rich spices with fresh ingredients, creating a flavorful meal perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Whether served over fluffy rice or wrapped in warm tortillas, Mexican Picadillo is versatile and satisfying, making it a crowd-pleaser for both young and old.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces yellow potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
- 1 serrano pepper, chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 3/4 cup beef stock
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, onion, jalapeño, and optional serrano pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and ground beef, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Brown the beef for approximately 5 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, beef stock, paprika, Mexican oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Lower the heat and let everything simmer for about 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and potatoes to cook through.
- Serve hot over rice or in warm tortillas with sliced peppers, chili flakes, fresh lime juice, and your favorite hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg