Best 3 Cuban Picadillo Paleo Recipes

**Cuban Picadillo: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish with a Paleo Twist**

Cuban picadillo is a classic dish that combines ground beef, vegetables, and spices to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. This paleo version of picadillo stays true to the traditional flavors while using healthier ingredients, making it a great option for those following a paleo diet or simply looking for a healthier alternative. With its versatility, picadillo can be served as a main course, a filling for tacos or empanadas, or even as a topping for salads. This article provides two delicious recipes for Cuban picadillo: a classic version and a variation that incorporates sweet potatoes for an added boost of nutrition. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you're a paleo enthusiast or simply looking for a healthier and flavorful twist on a classic dish, these Cuban picadillo recipes are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC CUBAN-STYLE PICADILLO

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Here is a classic Cuban recipe for ground beef that is typically eaten over white rice. It can also be used as a filling for tacos or empanadas. It's delicious with fried ripe plantains.

Provided by Amalloch

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 small onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
6 large pitted green olives, quartered
½ cup raisins
1 tablespoon capers
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (1.41 ounce) packages sazon seasoning (such as Goya®)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic, onion, and green bell pepper in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
Crumble ground beef into the skillet; cook and stir until browned completely, 7 to 10 minutes.
Stir olives, raisins, capers, tomato sauce, sazon seasoning, cumin, sugar, and salt through the ground beef mixture.
Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook until the mixture is heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 3571.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

CUBAN PICADILLO (PALEO)

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Make and share this Cuban Picadillo (Paleo) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by heatherhopecs

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 portions, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons of preferred cooking oil (e.g. coconut or olive oil)
1 lb ground beef
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup tomato paste
12 -15 pimento stuffed green olives
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons dry oregano
1/4-1/2 cup red wine, beef broth or 1/4-1/2 cup water
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 carrots, diced
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, brown the onions in the oil over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and carrots and cook for 3-5 minutes, while stirring and breaking down the big clumps of meat.
Add the bell pepper, tomato paste, wine and spices and continue to cook covered, over medium heat, until the meat is done and the vegetables are tender (20 - 30 minutes).
Add the olives and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove from heat, let stand for 5-10 minutes and serve.

CUBAN PICADILLO

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Like most traditional recipes, there are numerous variations...and this is my version of a Cuban classic. For added convenience, I adapted it for the slow cooker.-Sanford Brown, Big Pine Key, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 5h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 large onions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup white wine or beef broth
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/4 cups crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/3 cup tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup raisins
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
Hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook onions in oil over low heat for 15-20 minutes or brown, stirring occasionally. Add wine; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker., In the same skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add to slow cooker. Combine the tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic and seasonings; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until heated through., Place raisins in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain. Stir the green pepper, olives, jalapeno and raisins into the slow cooker. Cover and cook 30 minutes longer. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 685mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, organic vegetables and pasture-raised meat will make a big difference in the flavor of your picadillo.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Cuban picadillo is a versatile dish that can be customized to your taste. Try adding different types of chili powder, cumin, or oregano.
Cook the picadillo slowly over low heat. This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
Serve the picadillo with your favorite sides. Cuban picadillo is traditionally served with rice and beans, but it can also be enjoyed with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Cuban picadillo is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your taste. Whether you are a fan of Cuban cuisine or just looking for a new weeknight meal, Cuban picadillo is a great choice.