Best 4 Easy Picadillo Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends? Easy picadillo is a classic Cuban dish that is made with ground beef, potatoes, olives, and raisins. It is a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The best part about picadillo is that it is very easy to make, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CUBAN PICADILLO



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My girlfriend gave me this delicious recipe years ago. I've made it ever since for family and friends, and they all love it. My daughter loves to take leftovers to school for lunch the next day. -Marie Wielgus, Wayne, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
1/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 cups hot cooked rice
Fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with pepper and onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, raisins and vinegar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until raisins are softened, 5-6 minutes., Serve with rice. If desired, top with fresh cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 683mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY PICADILLO EMPANADAS



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Go deep this Super Bowl Sunday: Serve empanadas. These turnovers are perfect 'finger food' -- no knife and fork required. And because the recipes use refrigerated biscuit dough, it's an easy score. All you have to do is make the fillings.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Chicken

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (7.5 ounce) packages refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (not the layered varieties)
Cornmeal for rolling
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ medium Granny Smith apple, cut into small dice
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups shredded meat from a rotisserie chicken
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
¼ cup seedless raisins
¼ cup chopped pimento-stuffed olives
2 large garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup toasted slivered almonds
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to center; heat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and apple until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add spices; saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in chicken, tomatoes, raisins and olives; simmer until filling is thick and moist but not too liquid, 5 to 7 minutes longer. Stir in garlic, almonds, salt and pepper. Transfer to a medium bowl; cool to room temperature.
  • Separate biscuits onto a cornmeal-coated work surface. Sprinkle with cornmeal as necessary, and roll each one into a 5 inch circle. Fill each one, using a scant 2 Tbs. filling and leaving a 1/2-inch border. Place on cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. (At this point, can be frozen up to 2 weeks.)
  • Brush tops with oil. Bake until golden, 16 to 20 minutes (longer if frozen).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 313.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

EASY CUBAN PICADILLO FOR TWO



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"My girlfriend gave me this delicious recipe years ago. I've made it ever since. Everyone who tries it absolutely loves it." Marie Wielgus - Wayne, NJ

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 small green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
2 tablespoons raisins
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 cup hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick skillet, cook the beef, pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, olives, raisins and vinegar. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until raisins are plumped. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY PICADILLO



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Make and share this Easy Picadillo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ShanChef

Categories     Stew

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 1/2 teaspoons adobo seasoning, powder
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup sofrito sauce, # 191924 or 1/2 cup goya jarred sofrito sauce
10 green spanish pimento stuffed olives, sliced
2 (1/2 ounce) packets sazon goya
cooked white rice or yellow rice

Steps:

  • Season beef with adobo powder.
  • Brown beef and drain off fat.
  • Return beef to hot skillet and add all remaining ingredients except the rice.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Serve over hot white or yellow rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.7, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 147.4, Sodium 748.5, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 46.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: Beef is traditional, but you can also use pork, turkey, or a combination of meats.
  • Don't overcook the meat: Cook the ground meat until it is no longer pink, but don't overcook it or it will become tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add, the more flavorful and nutritious your picadillo will be. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, peas, corn, and bell peppers.
  • Add some spices: Picadillo is typically seasoned with cumin, oregano, and paprika. You can also add other spices to taste, such as chili powder, garlic powder, or onion powder.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make picadillo. Feel free to add your own personal touch to the recipe.

Conclusion:

Picadillo is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, and it can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, picadillo is a great option.

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