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RCI-SP.003.0012.001

Picadillo

The Mexican dish picadillo is a great filling for tacos.

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • (450g to 625g) of ground beef
    1 to 1 1/2 lbs
  • yellow onion
    chopped
    1 large
  • of garlic
    chopped
    4 cloves
  • 1/2-ounce beef brooth
    2 14 unit
  • green bell pepper
    stemmed, seeded, and chopped
    1 large
  • russet potato
    cubed bite size
    3 large
  • 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
    1 14 unit
  • of oil
    2 tbsp
  • salt
    1/8 tsp
  • chili powder
    1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper
    cumin, oregano and garlic powder to taste (about 2-2 1/2 tablespoons total)
    1 unit

Method

1
In a large, heavy pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Dump onions, garlic, bell pepper and seasonings into heated oil.
2
When the bell pepper starts to discolor, add to it ground beef, stirring to break up large pieces and brown evenly, about 7 minutes.
3
As meat is browning, add potato, beef brooth and diced tomatoes.