Picadillo

Picadillo, a dish found in central Mexico, is traditionally served on flour tortillas. This dish reminds me of tacos with potatoes. But, it’s much more versatile, as you can make a dough and use this meat mixture as an Empanada. In addition, if you should have any leftovers, you can make breakfast burritos in the morning, adding a few scrambled eggs and a dab of salsa. This is a quick, easy and flavorful dish that’s sure to please your family or friends. I don’t know who to thank for this recipe as I had cut it out of a magazine some time again…so thanks for sharing, mystery person out there in recipe land!

Picadillo

Recipe by Diane BeckerCourse: Uncategorized
Servings

4

servings

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped

  • 2 Plum tomatoes, cored and chopped

  • 1 large Poblano chile pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 medium red or Yukon gold potato, peeled and diced into ½” cubes

  • 2 cups chicken stock

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Directions

  • Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat.
  • Add the ground beef and cook for 6 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula.
  • Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining oil, onions, tomatoes, chile pepper, garlic, cumin, black pepper and salt.
  • Cook, stirring often, until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Return beef, along with any juices to the skillet.
  • Add the potatoes and chicken stock.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Season with more salt, if needed.
  • 10. Spoon onto flour tortillas and garnish with the chopped cilantro.

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