Cuban picadillo

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Cuban picadillo is a low carbohydrate / keto friendly food item.

Overview[edit]

Cuban Picadillo is a traditional Cuban dish made with ground beef and a flavorful combination of olives, capers, and raisins. It's a sweet and tangy dish that can be served over cauliflower rice for those on a ketogenic diet.

Recipe[edit]

Ingredients[edit]

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1/4 cup raisins (can be omitted for stricter keto)
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation[edit]

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it apart as it cooks.
  2. Add the onions, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Stir in the olives, capers, raisins, tomato sauce, and white wine (if using). Season with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes or until the flavors meld together.
  5. Adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions[edit]

  • Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a keto-friendly option.
  • Can also be used as a filling for keto tortillas or lettuce wraps.

Nutritional Information[edit]

  • Please note that adding raisins will increase the carb count. Consider omitting them for a stricter keto approach.

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