Filipino Picadillo is a comforting dish featuring ground beef stewed in a flavorful tomato sauce. The recipe is versatile with options for olives, peas, raisins, and soy sauce, while common ingredients include potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers, topped with crispy bacon for added flavor. Served over rice, this hearty meal is easy to prepare and budget-friendly, making it a popular choice among various cultures. Enjoy the smoky flavors and delightful blend of ingredients.

bay leaves

lb ground beef

slice bacon

oz tomato paste

tsp pepper

tsp chicken bouillon

garlic

onion
1: Dice and sear 1 large potato and 2 carrots in a pan, then remove them from the pan. 2: Cube and sear 2 slices of bacon until crispy. 3: Mince 1 small onion and 1 whole garlic, then add to the pan with the bacon and sear. 4: Add 1.5 lbs. of ground beef to the pan and sear, brown, and crumble. 5: Season the mixture with 1 tsp each of chicken bouillon, pepper, and fish sauce, and add 2 bay leaves. 6: Add 1 12-oz can of chopped tomatoes and 3 oz of tomato paste to the beef, then mix well. 7: Add about ½ cup of raisins, then simmer the mixture for about 20 minutes. 8: Add back the potatoes and carrots, along with 4 oz of canned peas, and simmer another 10 minutes. 9: Serve over rice and enjoy.View original recipe