🍖 Picadillo con Papa
(Serves 4–6)
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef
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2–3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium tomato, diced (or ½ cup tomato sauce)
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½ cup green peas (optional)
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¼ cup raisins (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: ½ cup green olives, sliced
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Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the potatoes
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add diced potatoes and cook until golden and slightly tender, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the beef
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In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
3. Add flavor
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Stir in diced tomato or tomato sauce, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Combine ingredients
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Add cooked potatoes, peas, raisins, and olives (if using). Mix gently.
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Cook another 5–7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
5. Serve
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Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.
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Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or as a filling for empanadas.
🌟 Tips
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Potato texture: Use firm potatoes to prevent them from turning mushy.
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Extra flavor: Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of cinnamon for a subtle depth.
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Vegetable variation: Bell peppers or carrots can be added for more color and nutrients.
I can also give a one-pan Picadillo con Papa version that cooks everything together for a quicker, fuss-free meal. Do you want that version?
