5 Mins Prep
30 Mins Cook Time
Servings 5
by La Criolla on December 8, 2025
Looking for a rich, comforting, and authentic dish? This Picadillo de Carne Recipe delivers bold, savory flavor with perfectly seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and a blend of classic Latin spices. This easy one-pan meal is hearty, satisfying, and ideal for busy weeknights, bringing traditional homemade flavor to your table with minimal effort.
Perfect for serving with rice, tortillas, or as a filling for your favorite dishes, this picadillo is both versatile and family-friendly. Elevate the flavor even further by using high-quality spices and seasonings from La Criolla Spices and Seasonings, adding depth and authenticity to every bite. Whether you’re cooking for a quick dinner or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is a delicious go-to you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat achiote oil in a large saute pan or skillet over medium heat. Add sofrito and chopped alcaparrado and cook for about 5 minutes. The Sofrito should be simmering and the moisture just starting to evaporate.
Add ground beef, breaking it up in the pan, and brown until most of the moisture has cooked off. Stir in tomato paste and cook for a couple of minutes. Remove from heat, and salt and pepper to taste.
Make this recipe your own by adding any of the following before adding in the ground beef; 1/2 Cup onions, Diced. 1/2 Cup Green Pepper, Diced. 1/2 Cup cilantro, Chopped, or 2 culantro leaves chopped!
