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Mexican Picadillo

A comforting dish combining savory ground beef, hearty potatoes, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef You can use leftover beef or ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced Diced into even pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce Provides the base of the savory sauce.
  • 1 onion, chopped Adds flavor and aroma to the dish.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasted for richer flavor.
  • 1 tsp cumin Adds warmth and depth to the dish.
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adjust to taste for desired spice level.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Always season to enhance flavor.
For Serving
  • Rice Served hot as a base.
  • Fresh flour tortillas Perfect for wrapping the picadillo.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the diced potatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with rice and fresh flour tortillas.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer with the lid off. Consider adding a pinch of cayenne or jalapeño for extra spice. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.