Cuban Picadillo is delicious, economical, comfort food. Similar to sloppy joes, this is a flavorful meal your whole family will enjoy.
I asked a friend for an authentic Cuban comfort food for my family to try out and so he shared with me his recipe for Picadillo.
We are always looking for something new and flavorful to do with a bit of ground beef. Though this dish does taste better after much time simmering, it is definitely a flavor-packed dish which he tells me is a staple in every Cuban household.
My husband and I were instantly in love with this dish and plan to make it again. We had it with simple sides of rice and black beans and my kids liked it as well.
This dish reminded us of sloppy joes or Southern style BBQ hash.
If you have a package of ground beef and some time, try this dish out as I think it is sure to please!
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Cuban Picadillo is delicious, economical, comfort food. It's packed with flavor and incredibly easy to make. Similar to sloppy joes, all you need are a few simple ingredients and some time to simmer and you will have a flavorful meal your whole family will enjoy.
In a large saucepan[paid link], heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add green pepper and onion and saute until translucent, then add the garlic and saute for and additional minute.
Add tomato paste, Bay leaf, and oregano and cook for 3-4 minutes. Put in the ground beef, olives, tomatoes, and capers,and let them simmer.
After about 40 minutes, taste and adjust seasonings. It important to note we do not drain the fat or not all of it, depending on amount. There needs to be a fair amount of fat in the meat.
This recipe was delicious. I can’t wait to eat it again. Thanks for sharing.
Aww, Thanks Kandie. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Cuban food is so good. This is no exception
For sure. We really enjoy all kinds of flavors – especially ones that start with simple ingredients.
Looks great!
Thank you, Manuella.
This looks amazing!! I’ve never had anything like this before, but just looking at it, I can tell I would like it! Pinning the recipe right now!
This sounds wonderful, I love green olives in savory beef dishes, pinning to try!
This looks very interesting!
This definitely looks delicious! Never tried Cuban food before so Pinning to make later! :)
Hi Dini! This is so good. We love it over rice or even as a “Cuban-style sloppy joe”. Thanks for pinning. We appreciate that!
I love Cuban food, this picadillo looks delicious!
Hi Michelle, Thank you! We love trying new things and this was so good.
Boy this looks delicious! I’ve never heard of it but the ingredients sound so delicious….definitely pinning!
Hi Denise, I had not heard of it either until my friend recommended it to me as a traditional dish to try! It is very good.
So easy and flavorful, love it!
Hi Hirra, thank you. We love it, too!
G’day I LOVE Cuban cuisine and your dish looks delish!
Cheers! Joanne
Hi Joanne! Thanks for stopping in to comment! We’ve only had a few dishes but everything I’ve had so far is great. Cheers!