Cuban Picadillo (Paleo, Whole30, AIP, Nightshade Free)

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This Cuban picadillo is flavorful and nourishing. It's easily adapted to be paleo, whole30, and AIP compliant.

Course one pot meals

Cuisine Latin

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 277

Author Michelle

Ingredients

2 tbsp avocado oil
½ medium onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 lb ground beef chuck sub ground beef
1 tsp cumin omit for AIP
½ tsp black pepper omit for AIP
2 tsp oregano
1 cup tomato sauce sugar-free (sub nomato sauce for AIP)
2 tsp blackstrap molasses omit for whole30
⅓ cup water
2 bay leaves
½ cup green olives
1 tbsp capers
2 tbsp raisins optional
1 tbsp cilantro chopped

Instructions

Using a large deep skillet, heat the avocado oil on medium heat.
Add the onions and garlic and saute minutes or until the onions are translucent.
Add the ground beef and seasonings. Brown the ground beef, using a wooden spoon to crumble the beef. Drain the excess fat from the pan if necessary.
Add the tomato sauce, molasses, water, bay leaves, and stir. Bring to a low simmer and cover for 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
Stir in the olives, capers, raisins, and cilantro and salt further to taste.
Serve warm with cauliflower rice or plantain chips

Notes

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All nutrition facts are estimations and will vary.

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