Mexican Picadillo Ground Beef (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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15 ml olive oil
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450 g ground beef
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large russet potato, peeled and diced into 1 cm cubes
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1-2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced (or green bell pepper, diced, as a milder alternative)
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
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0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
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240 ml tomato sauce
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360 ml beef broth
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add diced onion, minced garlic, potato cubes, and jalapeños or bell pepper to the pan. Cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 3 minutes.
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Pour in tomato sauce and beef broth. Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, and Mexican oregano. Combine thoroughly.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Uncover, stir and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Serve hot with steamed white rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro as desired.
# Notes:
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For variation, include diced carrots, frozen peas, or a small handful of raisins for sweetness. A teaspoon of brown sugar or honey can also be added during simmering for depth of flavor.
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For slow cooker preparation, brown beef and vegetables first, then transfer to a slow cooker with remaining ingredients and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, until potatoes are tender.
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Russet potatoes provide a soft texture, but white or Yukon gold potatoes can be used as alternatives.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.