Brazilian Picadillo (Carne Moída)
A flavorful ground beef dish cooked with tomatoes, olives, and raisins, perfect for serving over rice or stuffing bell peppers. This version is dairy and nut-free, offering a tasty twist on a classic.
Ingredients
- about 450 g Ground beef
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) Diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Green olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 1/2 cup Beef broth
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
- 3Drain off any excess fat.
- 4Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- 6Stir in the diced tomatoes, olives, raisins, and beef broth.
- 7Season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 8Reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- 9Stir in the chopped cilantro.
- 10Serve hot with white rice or use as a filling for bell peppers.
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