Are you ready to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Cuba with a single, mouthwatering dish? This Picadillo Rice and Beef Hash is not just a meal—it's a culinary adventure that combines rich, savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and perfectly cooked rice into a one-skillet wonder that will have your family begging for seconds! In just 45 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's both incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Cuban
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring and chopping onions, slicing green olives, and having ground beef at room temperature.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the ground beef until it is completely browned and no pink remains, approximately 6-8 minutes, continuously stirring to prevent sticking.
- Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté with the beef for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle cumin, salt, and pepper over the beef mixture, stirring to distribute the spices evenly and enhance the flavor profile.
- Pour diced tomatoes into the skillet and stir, allowing the tomatoes to incorporate with the beef and release their juices.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add sliced green olives, mixing them gently into the beef mixture.
- Fold in the cooked rice, stirring carefully to combine all ingredients and create a uniform hash-like consistency.
- Simmer the mixture for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and any excess liquid to reduce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and let the picadillo rest for 2-3 minutes before serving hot.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality ground beef with a moderate fat content (80/20) for maximum flavor and juiciness.
- Ensure your skillet is hot before adding beef to achieve a perfect brown crust and prevent steaming.
- Break up the ground beef into small, uniform pieces for even cooking and better texture.
- Toast your cumin briefly in the pan before adding other ingredients to enhance its nutty, warm flavor.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and settle.
- For extra authenticity, serve with a side of fried plantains or a fresh green salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and make an excellent next-day lunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 80mg
