Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound diced white potatoes
- 1 pound diced carrots
- 1 pound diced green peas
- 1 pound diced tomatoes
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and pork and cook until browned, breaking up any large clumps.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and green peas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beef broth and tomato puree and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Protein: 30 grams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Combination of ground meat, vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce
- Suitable for American taste palettes
- Can be served with rice, beans, or tortillas
User Comments:
- "This picadillo was delicious! It had the perfect balance of spices and the vegetables were cooked to perfection."
- "I love that this recipe is easy to make and so versatile. I've added different vegetables and spices to it before and it always turns out great."
- "The flavors in this picadillo are amazing. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find fresh green peas, frozen peas can be used instead.
- To make the picadillo spicier, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Serve the picadillo with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole for extra flavor.
