beef filling (picadillo)

3 Pinches
Grapeview, WA
Updated on Sep 18, 2016

Picadillo de Carne de Res From Diabetic Cooking for Latinos by Olga V. Fuste.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil or olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion, peeled, finely chopped
  • 2 - garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper (or use your favorite chile)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chile powder (or more to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh medium tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

How To Make beef filling (picadillo)

  • Step 1
    Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Step 2
    Saute onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add peppers and saute 2 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add meat and saute 4-5 minutes: Add remaining ingredients, stir, and cook 5 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Lower heat and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Step 5
    Use for tacos or tostadas.
  • Step 6
    EACH 1/2 cup: Exchanges 2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable. Calories 146; Calories from Fat 53; Total Fat 6 g; Saturated Fat 2 g; Cholesterol 51 mg; Sodium 239 mg; Carbohydrate 5 g; Dietary Fiber 1 g; Sugars 2 g; Protein 18 g.
  • Step 7
    Makes 3 cups.

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Category: Beef
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Stove Top

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