Cuban Picadillo (Ground Beef Stew)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.33 cup green olives (sliced, pitted)
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.5 tsp oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Optional: White rice or fried plantains for serving

Instructions

1. 1🔥 In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. 2🧅 Add onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
3. 3🥩 Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. 4🍅 Stir in the tomato sauce, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. 5🍇 Add raisins and olives. Mix well and simmer on low for another 10–15 minutes.
6. 6🍚 Serve hot with white rice or crispy fried plantains. Don’t forget the smile!