Pinoy Picadillo
A beloved Filipino dish, Pinoy Picadillo enchants with its savory blend of ground meat, potatoes, and vegetables, simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting and hearty meal.
Ingredients:
- 500g ground pork or bee
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 18g
Step-by-step recipe instructions
1. Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or pot, heat cooking oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic
Sauté onions and garlic until translucent and aromatic.
3. Cook the Ground Meat and Add Vegetables
Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Stir in potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and green peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Sauce and Seasonings
Pour in tomato sauce and water. Season with fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer and Serve
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes and carrots are tender and flavors have melded. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.