Abuela’s Picadillo

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 18
Abuela's Picadillo - A Hearty and Flavorful Beef Hash Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 onion , chopped
1/2 green bell pepper , chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 cans tomato sauce
2 cups water
1/2 cup red cooking wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground bay leaf
3 ounces Spanish-style olives
1 teaspoon salt , or to taste
1 small butternut squash , peeled and cut into cubes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
345
Sugar
9g
Fat
17g
Abuela's Picadillo is a traditional Latin American recipe that has been passed down through generations of families. This hearty and flavorful beef hash is typically made with ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, green bell pepper, and a variety of savory spices, such as cumin, bay leaf, and black pepper. In this version of the recipe, we have added butternut squash to the Picadillo to give it a slightly sweet and nutty flavor and to boost its nutritional value. Abuela's Picadillo is a comfort food that is perfect for cold evenings, cozy gatherings, and family meals. It can be customized to suit your tastes and preferences by adding or omitting ingredients as desired.

Instructions

1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened and fragrant.
3.Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
4.Add the tomato sauce, water, red cooking wine, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, black pepper, bay leaf, and olives to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5.Add the cubed butternut squash to the pot and stir to combine.
6.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
7.Simmer the Picadillo for 30-40 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender and the flavors have melded together.
8.Serve the Picadillo hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

PROS

Abuela’s Picadillo is a hearty and flavorful beef hash recipe that is packed with protein, healthy vegetables, and aromatic spices.

It can be served as a stand-alone meal or as a delicious addition to rice, noodles, or flatbread.

This recipe is easy to prepare and can be made in under an hour.

CONS

Abuela’s Picadillo is a relatively high-calorie dish due to the lean ground beef and squash.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Abuela’s Picadillo is a nutrient-dense meal that is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The dish contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats from the olive oil and olives.
The butternut squash in the recipe is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber.
The dish is also gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and Whole30-approved.

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