Here’s a flavorful twist on a classic with Green Chile Picadillo — a savory ground beef dish simmered with potatoes, onions, spices, and roasted green chiles. It’s bold, comforting, and perfect for stuffing into tacos, burritos, or serving with rice.
🌶️ Green Chile Picadillo (New Mexico or Southwest-Inspired)
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced small
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1 cup roasted chopped green chile (Hatch or Anaheim; hot or mild to taste)
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½ tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp Mexican oregano (or regular oregano)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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½ cup beef broth or water (as needed)
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Optional: 1 Roma tomato, diced (for added depth)
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Optional: chopped cilantro, for garnish
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Brown the meat:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
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Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
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Drain excess grease if needed.
2. Add potatoes:
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Stir in the diced potatoes. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, so they start to soften and absorb the flavor.
3. Season and simmer:
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Add green chile, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and diced tomato if using.
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Stir everything well to combine.
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Add ½ cup broth or water to help cook the potatoes and simmer the mixture.
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Cover and simmer on low for about 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and flavors meld. Add more broth as needed for moisture.
4. Taste and serve:
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Adjust seasoning. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
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Serve hot with tortillas, rice, or stuffed in burritos or gorditas.
🔄 Variations:
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Add a splash of lime juice or a pinch of cinnamon for a Cuban-style nod.
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Use sweet potatoes instead of white for a twist.
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Want it saucier? Stir in ¼ cup tomato sauce or enchilada sauce while simmering.