Keto Beef Picadillo Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Paleo
Quick Easy
4.5/5
(11 reviews)
Keto Beef Picadillo
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Description

This inspired version of Cuban beef picadillo offers a delightful, comforting experience. Imagine a rich tapestry of flavors, where savory ground beef mingles harmoniously with aromatic spices, creating a deeply satisfying base. Each bite is a journey through layers of taste, beginning with the robust beef and evolving into a symphony of warmth and zest.

The dish features tender pieces of bell pepper, adding a touch of sweetness and a pleasant textural contrast to the savory beef. Studded throughout are briny stuffed green olives, their distinctive tang punctuating the richness of the meat and spices, providing an unexpected and welcome burst of flavor. This careful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes is what makes this dish truly special.

The texture is equally appealing, with the soft ground beef and yielding bell peppers creating a comforting mouthfeel. The olives, firm and juicy, offer a delightful counterpoint, preventing the dish from becoming monotonous. The overall effect is a hearty and satisfying meal that is both flavorful and texturally interesting.

This dish is incredibly versatile, perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Serve it with a side of fluffy cauliflower rice to keep things light and balanced, or pair it with a fresh green salad for a vibrant and refreshing contrast. You can also get creative and use it as a filling for bell peppers, creating a delightful and satisfying stuffed pepper dish.

Feel free to experiment with different toppings, such as a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, to customize the flavors to your liking. Whether you're looking for a comforting classic with a twist or simply a flavorful and satisfying meal, this inspired beef picadillo is sure to please. Its rich, complex flavors and appealing texture make it a standout dish that you'll want to make again and again.

It's a celebration of simple ingredients transformed into something truly special, perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying as a delicious and comforting meal all on your own.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
30 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 servings serving
C
Calories
450 Kcal

C
Carbs
8 g
Fi
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
38 g

C
Fats
30 g
Saturated Fats 12 g
Unsaturated Fats 15 g

Cholestrol 130 mg
Sodium 700 mg
Potassium 600 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Cilantro
    Cilantro
    2 tablespoon
    2.
    Ground Beef
    Ground Beef
    1 pound
    3.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    1 tablespoon
    4.
    Celery, Raw
    Celery, Raw
    1 medium - stalk - 7 1/2" to 8" long
    5.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    1 clove
    6.
    Cumin, Ground
    Cumin, Ground
    1 teaspoon
    7.
    Cayenne
    Cayenne
    1 teaspoon
    8.
    Red Onion
    Red Onion
    ½ small
    9.
    Beef Broth, Bouillon Or Consomme, Ready-to-serve Can, Low Sodium
    Beef Broth, Bouillon Or Consomme, Ready-to-serve Can, Low Sodium
    ½ cup
    10.
    Tomato, Canned
    Tomato, Canned
    ½ cup
    11.
    Red Bell Peppers, Raw
    Red Bell Peppers, Raw
    ½ medium - 2 1/2" diameter x 2 3/4"
    12.
    Pitted Green Olives Stuffed With Pimentos by Cat Cora's Kiitchen
    Pitted Green Olives Stuffed With Pimentos by Cat Cora's Kiitchen
    15 olives

Instructions

    1.
    Heat the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the beef and cook until browned all over. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
    2.
    Finely dice the onion and celery and de-seed and slice the bell pepper into strips. Add to the beef fat and sweat until tender. Finely slice the garlic and add to the pan, cooking for a further minute or two until fragrant.
    3.
    Return the beef to the pan along with the cumin, cayenne pepper, tomatoes and stock. Stir well to combine.
    4.
    Add the olives to the pan and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer for a further 15 minutes until cooked through and the sauce has reduced.
    5.
    Scatter with fresh cilantro to serve.