Mexican Recipes




Picadillo recipes

 

Picadillo or "Spicy Beef" has many variations, sort of the Mexican equivalent of Sloppy Joes. Use it to fill tacos or burritos, or act as a dip for tostadas or corn chips. You can even use it instead of chili to make Frito Pie.

  • 2 lbs. Lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 10oz cans Ro-Tel tomatoes
  • 4 Large garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 large potato, peeled, cut into 1/2" dice
  • 1/2 C Beef stock or water
  • 2 T. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 chipotle chile diced (canned; more to taste)
  • 1 T. adobo sauce (or more to taste)
  • 1/2 T ground cumin
  • 1/2 T salt
  • 1 T. minced fresh cilantro (optional)
  1. Over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic.
  2. Drain accumulated meat juices
  3. Add remaining ingredients except cilantro.
  4. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Do not let mixture get too dry; add some water or stock, if necessary.
  6. Serve warm, sprinkled with cilantro if desired

Many cooks use a combination of ground beef and ground pork, or venison. Just be sure the meat you use is of good quality.


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