For a richer flavor, use a dry red wine: Add 1/4 cup of dry red wine along with the tomato sauce for an added depth of flavor. Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for a touch of heat. Add potatoes: Dice 1/2 cup of potatoes into small cubes. Soften them in the oil before adding the onion. Make it ahead: Picadillo can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors will meld even more as it sits.
Classic Cuban-Style Picadillo
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS555
Embark on a culinary journey to Cuba with this vibrant and flavorful Picadillo! This classic ground beef dish is a symphony of savory and sweet, perfect served over fluffy white rice, as a zesty filling for tacos, or alongside sweet fried plantains. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate24 g
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Cholesterol74 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium3572 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and bell pepper, mince the garlic, quarter the olives, and measure out all spices. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 7 mins Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
03 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it up with a spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
05 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Stir in the tomato sauce, quartered olives, golden raisins, capers, sazon seasoning, ground cumin, sugar, salt, and pepper. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the flavors have melded and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (15 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot over white rice, in tacos, or with fried plantains.
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Ahmed Deckow
Jun 22, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The flavor is so authentic, just like my abuela used to make.
Lucio Predovic
Apr 22, 2025The sazon seasoning really makes this dish special. Don't skip it!
Darwin Runolfsdottir
Aug 31, 2024I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The raisins and olives are a must!
Raven Watsica
Aug 4, 2024I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still very tasty and lighter.
Marty Koss
Nov 28, 2023I added a little bit of diced potato to the picadillo and it was delicious! It helped to make it a more complete meal.
Roselyn Johnston
Jul 11, 2023Easy to follow recipe and the results were amazing. My family devoured it!
Larissa Daugherty
Feb 17, 2023This is now a staple in our house. Thank you for sharing!