Spanish Picadillo Con Arroz

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Authentic Spanish Picadillo Con Arroz, a hearty and filling one-pot meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup white rice ( preferably Uncle Ben 's )
2 cups water
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion , chopped
1 green bell pepper , finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , minced divided
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 can chopped tomatoes , drained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1/2 cup pitted green olives , sliced or 1/2 cup capers
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
563
Sugar
4g
Fat
34g
Picadillo Con Arroz is a traditional Spanish dish that is usually served as a main course for dinner. While there are many variations of this dish, the authentic version almost always contains ground beef, tomatoes, and onions. The meat is usually seasoned with spices like cumin and oregano, which gives it a bold and flavorful taste. Olives or capers are added to the mix to give it a tangy and salty flavor, which balances out the taste of the meat.

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice and set aside.
2.In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook onion and bell pepper until soft.
3.Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute.
4.Add ground beef and cook until browned.
5.Drain any excess fat.
6.Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, and remaining garlic and stir well.
7.Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8.Stir in olives or capers, salt, and pepper.
9.In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil, then add rice and remaining olive oil.
10.Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender.

PROS

This flavorful dish is easy to make and can be a satisfying one-pot meal.

It can feed a large family or be enjoyed for leftovers throughout the week.

CONS

This recipe is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans as it contains beef.

It may not be appropriate for those who need to watch their sodium intake due to the presence of olives or capers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein and contains vitamins and minerals that are important for good health.
Tomatoes and peppers are rich in antioxidants, which can help to reduce inflammation and the risk of chronic diseases.
Olives or capers are a good source of healthy fats that are important for a healthy heart and brain function.

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