Piccadillo

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 10
Hearty and filling Piccadillo recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 medium onions , chopped
2 large green bell peppers , seeded and chopped
4 tablespoons vegetable oil , divided in half
1 1/2 lbs ground chuck , crumbled
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 garlic cloves , minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ( red ground pepper )
29 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup green olives , sliced , juice reserved
1 jar capers , drained
1 cup raisins
reserved olive juice ( optional )
slivered almonds , toasted ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
20g
Fat
24g
Piccadillo is a traditional Latin American dish that is popular in many countries, including Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and the Philippines. The name means “hash” in Spanish, and it is typically made with ground beef or other meats and spices, This dish is often served with rice, and many people also enjoy adding beans as a side dish. It's a perfect meal for those who are craving a comforting yet healthy dish that is a comfort food classic. This recipe provides a great way to bring the flavors of Latin American cuisine right to your dinner table.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until softened.
2.Add crumbled ground chuck to the skillet, breaking it up as you cook.
3.Once the meat is browned, add celery salt, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, garlic, and cayenne pepper to the skillet and stir well.
4.Stir in tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, olives with juice, capers, and raisins, incorporating all ingredients thoroughly.
5.Reduce the heat to a simmer and let cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.Serve hot with toasted, slivered almonds on top (optional).

PROS

Piccadillo is a hearty, filling dish that is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.

It is also very customizable, as adding or removing ingredients will not majorly affect the flavor profile.

The raisins add a surprising sweetness to the dish, while the green olives, capers, and cayenne pepper add a nice tang and spice.

CONS

Piccadillo can be high in salt and sugar due to the tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce used in the recipe.

It is also high in calories and fat due to using ground chuck as the main protein source.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Piccadillo is a good source of protein and iron, which is necessary for proper body function.
The phytonutrients in bell peppers have been shown to help reduce inflammation, while the capers can aid in digestion and act as an antioxidant.

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