Picadillo Rice Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyCourse
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Lean ground pork/Beef3⁄4 Pound
 Chopped onion1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Chopped pepper1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (Use Green Or Sweet Red)
 Canned tomatoes16 Ounce, cut up (1 Can)
 Water2⁄3 Cup (10.67 tbs)
 Raisins2 Tablespoon
 Chopped pimiento stuffed olives2 Tablespoon
 Chili powder1 Teaspoon
 Ground cumin1 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Ground cinnamon1 Dash
 Long grain rice1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 1457 Calories from Fat 522

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 58 g88.8%

Saturated Fat 21 g104.9%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 221.1 mg73.7%

Sodium 2033.9 mg84.7%

Total Carbohydrates 148 g49.2%

Dietary Fiber 14.2 g56.9%

Sugars 23.3 g

Protein 85 g169.3%

Vitamin A 98.6% Vitamin C 185.8%

Calcium 24.6% Iron 53.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In a large skillet cook meat, onion, and green pepper till meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
Drain well.
Stir in undrained tomatoes, water, raisins, olives, chili powder, cumin, salt, and cinnamon.
Bring to boiling; stir in rice.
Reduce heat.
Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or till rice is tender.
If desired, garnish with additional sliced olives.
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