Picadillo cuisines , rich in flavors and colors; In this post, I offer you the recipe for Mexican Picadillo. Traditionally made with ground beef, vegetables and spices, this easy-to-prepare dish is both comforting and nourishing. What makes it unique is the subtle combination of sweet and savory, often achieved by the addition of raisins or potatoes. Perfect for weekday meals, it is ideally served with corn tortillas or in gluten-free tacos or simply rice. Here's how to prepare this delicious Picadillo at home.

Mexican Picadillo: Delicious Traditional Flavors

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Preparation time 15 mins Cooking time 30 mins Total time 45 mins

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 g ground beef

• 1 onion , finely chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped

• 2 tomatoes , diced (or a can of tomatoes)

• 2 medium potatoes, cut into small cubes

• 1 carrot, diced

• 50 g raisins (optional)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 250 ml beef stock (make sure it is gluten-free)

• Corn tortillas, tacos or rice to serve

Preparation

1. Prepare the vegetables: Peel and cut the potatoes and carrots into small cubes. Chop the onion and garlic. Reserve the vegetables separately.
2. Sauté the onion and garlic: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
3. Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned. Make sure to break up the meat with a wooden spoon so it doesn't form large chunks.
4. Season: Sprinkle with cumin, paprika, and add the bay leaf. Mix well to coat the meat with the spices.
5. Add the vegetables and broth: Add the potatoes, carrots and diced tomatoes. Pour in the beef broth so that all the ingredients are lightly covered. Mix well and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer: Reduce the heat and simmer the picadillo covered for about 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes and carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir from time to time to prevent the vegetables from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
7. Add the raisins: If you opt for the sweet touch, add the raisins at the end of cooking. They will bring a sweetness contrasting with the salty and spicy flavors of the dish.
8. Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper to your preference.
9. Tips for serving:
10. Serve your Mexican picadillo hot with gluten-free corn tortillas or a portion of rice, or simply serve it on gluten-free tacos. For even more freshness, you can garnish the dish with fresh cilantro or a touch of lime juice.

Note

Tip:
Picadillo keeps very well and can even be frozen. Make a big batch and enjoy this simple, nutritious dish throughout the week.

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