Beef Picadillo (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil.
02 - 8 ounces yellow potatoes (about 3-4 small), diced.
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped.
04 - 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped.
05 - 1 serrano pepper, chopped (optional).
06 - 2 cloves garlic, chopped.
07 - 1 pound ground beef.
08 - 2 large tomatoes, chopped.
09 - 3/4 cup beef stock.
10 - 1 tablespoon paprika.
11 - 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano.
12 - 1 teaspoon cumin.
13 - Salt and pepper to taste.
14 - For serving: Cooked rice or warmed tortillas, sliced peppers, chili flakes, fresh lime juice, hot sauce.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oil in large pan to medium heat. Add potatoes, onion and peppers and cook for 5 minutes to soften.
02 - Stir in garlic and ground beef. Break up beef with wooden spoon and brown for 5 minutes. Meat doesn't need to be cooked through.
03 - Stir in tomatoes, stock, and seasonings and reduce heat to simmer.
04 - Simmer for 20 minutes until cooked through and potatoes are soft.
05 - Serve over rice or with tortillas. Top with extra peppers, chili flakes, lime juice and hot sauce if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Can use other ground meats like chicken, turkey or pork.
02 - Heat level is medium but can be adjusted.
03 - Can add traditional ingredients like olives, almonds, carrots or raisins.