Mexican Picadillo Recipe
Unveil the rich flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine with this tantalizing Picadillo recipe. Infused with ground beef, crisp potatoes, and a tangy tomato sauce kick, it promises a hearty meal that's easy to whip up and hard to resist.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds of 80/20 ground beef
- 2 medium-sized potatoes peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- 1 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper
- 2 fresh roma tomatoes
- 3 jalapenos remove the stems
- 1 serrano pepper de-stemmed
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil
Instructions
- Start by heating a teaspoon of oil in a small frying pan on medium flame.
- Once it's warm, introduce the tomatoes, jalapenos, serrano pepper, and garlic to the pan.
- Let them roast until they flaunt a charred, blistered skin.
- Transfer these roasted beauties to a food processor and blend until you achieve your preferred texture.
- In a spacious saucepan over a medium flame, combine ground beef, onions, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until the beef loses its pink hue.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and the blended tomato mixture next.
- Lower the heat to a medium-low setting and let it simmer. Wait for the potatoes to become tender.
- Once ready, serve this Picadillo hot, accompanied by rice or any side of your choice.
Notes
This delectable recipe was shared by our cherished friend, Ruth. Add a personal twist to it or enjoy it in its classic form, it's a winner either way! Remember to check out our other authentic dishes for a true Mexican fiesta at home.
