Mexican Picadillo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef.
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2 cloves garlic, minced.
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1 jalapeno pepper, diced.
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1 serrano pepper, diced (optional).
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8 ounces yellow potatoes (3-4 small), diced.
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped.
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1 tablespoon olive oil.
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3/4 cup beef broth.
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2 large tomatoes, diced.
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1 tablespoon ground paprika.
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1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano.
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1 teaspoon ground cumin.
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Salt and black pepper, to taste.
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For serving: Warmed tortillas or cooked rice, chili flakes, lime wedges, hot sauce, sliced peppers.
# Instructions:
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Turn on the heat to medium and pour in the oil. Toss in the potatoes, onion, and peppers, stirring occasionally for around 5 minutes until they start softening.
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Add garlic and crumble the ground beef into the pan. Use a wooden spoon to break it apart and cook for 5 minutes. It's okay if the beef is still pink in spots.
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Pour in the tomatoes, broth, and spices. Give everything a good mix and turn the heat down to let it simmer.
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Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 20 minutes, letting the potatoes finish cooking and soak up the flavors.
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Spoon the mixture onto rice or into a tortilla. Garnish with chili flakes, extra peppers, fresh lime juice, and whatever hot sauce you love most.
# Notes:
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Feel free to swap ground beef with chicken, pork, or turkey.
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Spice level is moderate but tweak it however you like.
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Consider adding classic add-ins like raisins, olives, almonds, or carrots.