Ground Beef Picadillo (Ground Beef Filling)
Ground Beef Picadillo (Ground Beef Filling)
This is ideal for filling tacos, flautas & taquitos
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 medium onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic
3 slices bread, chopped
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp Mexican oregano
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp ground pepper
Heat a skillet over medium heat, then add oil & ground beef
Lightly brown the meat, stirring & chopping it to break it up
Meanwhile, blend the remaining ingredients to a paste
As soon as the meat has been lightly browned, add the blended ingredients & stir until well combined
Turn the heat to medium low & continue to fry for about 15 min, stirring often until most of the liquid has evaporated
Makes about 2 cups
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