Ground Beef Picadillo with Raisins and Olives
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium tomato, chopped (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes)
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup green olives, sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for depth)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup beef or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up lumps.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and bell pepper.
- Add cumin, paprika, cinnamon (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Stir in raisins and olives, then pour in broth.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.