Picadillo II
This version of Picadillo is spicy with a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 large fresh tomato, peeled and chopped OR 1 cup solid-pack canned tomatoes
- 2 large garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup beef or chicken stock
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/3 cup raisins (soaked in 1/4 cup hot stock, then drained)
- 1/4 cup chopped black olives
- 1/2 cup slivered, toasted almonds
Preparation:
- Over medium heat, brown the ground beef and pork with the onion and garlic. Drain accumulated meat juices, and add remaining ingredients except almonds.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let mixture get too dry; add a tablespoon or so of water or stock, if necessary.
- Garnish with toasted almonds.
- Makes about 4 servings.
Note:
Ready in: 45 Min