Mexican Picadillo - Easy Recipes with Ground Beef
This Mexican Picadillo is a hearty and flavorful dish made with ground beef, potatoes, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or a comforting meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in diced potatoes, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Season with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
- Add frozen peas and carrots, stirring to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or enjoy it as a standalone dish!