Here’s a flavorful Green Chile Picadillo—a classic Tex-Mex dish with ground beef, green chiles, and a savory-slightly sweet sauce 🌶️🥩
🌶️ Green Chile Picadillo
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or half beef, half pork)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 cans green chiles (mild or medium, diced, drained)
- 1 medium tomato, diced (or ½ cup tomato sauce)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, adds warmth)
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup green olives, sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon raisins (optional, for a slightly sweet note)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- ½ cup beef or chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in green chiles, tomato, cumin, cinnamon, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add broth, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10–15 minutes until flavors meld.
- Stir in olives and raisins if using; cook another 2–3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
🌟 Serving Suggestions
- Serve over white rice or Spanish rice
- Use as a taco or enchilada filling
- Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro
- Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread
🔥 Tips & Variations
- For spicier picadillo, add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne
- Can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version
- For a smoother sauce, puree the tomatoes before adding
I can also give a slow-cooker version or a Tex-Mex style with potatoes if you want 😄
