Brazilian Picadillo Recipe

Name: Brazilian Picadillo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup); 1/2 small red or yellow bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup); 1 tablespoon Brazilian sofrito (or 3 cloves of garlic, minced); 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin; 2 teaspoons of dried oregano; 1 teaspoon of paprika; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup of green olives, halved (about a whole 6oz jar); 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 14oz can of diced tomatoes with juice; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/2 cup water or stock; 1/4 cup parsley, minced; salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

This easy, meaty Brazilian picadillo recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with simple spices and the delicious tang from green olives, this recipe makes for an easy-to-make, no-fuss meal. Serve it over Brazilian rice or noodles for a terrific and economical meal your familia will love!

Updated at: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:35:20 GMT