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Mexican Picadillo

This Mexican seasoned ground beef is a staple for those that love Mexican food --- in my house we make Mexican food at least 1 time per week.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: mexican picadillo
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 400 gr ground beef
  • 1 small potato
  • 1 carrot
  • cup frozen peas
  • 1 can of crushed tomatoes 400 gr
  • 1 small chili
  • 1 onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • In a big pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion cut into cubes and the garlic cloves minced. Cook for 2 minutes and then add the meat, cook it for 5 -8 minutes until the meat isn't red anymore.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and season with the chili cut into teeny tiny pieces, the cumin and salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Add the veggies: The potato and the carrot cut into small cubes and the frozen peas. Add about 1 cup of water. Let it simmer over low-medium heat for 15-25 minutes. Cover with a lid to make the cooking process easier. Cook until the potatoes and the carrot are fork-tender. Add water if you notice that the meat is drying.