Costa Rican picadillo de papa cooks finely diced potatoes with onion, pepper, and a little beef for tortillas or rice.
15 min prep 24 min cook
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Cut the potatoes into small cubes.
Soften the onion, green pepper, and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef and brown for 6 minutes.
Add the potatoes, salt, black pepper, and cumin to the pan.
Add half a cup of water and close the lid.
Cook the potatoes for 13 minutes until tender.
Stir in the cilantro and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Cut the potatoes about chickpea size; if they are large, the outside can break down while the inside stays firm.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve picadillo de papa with hot tortillas, rice pilaf, or optional yogurt salad.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~218
kcal calories
7
g protein
34
g carbs
6
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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