Cuban Beef Picadillo

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook, crumbling it with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 to 8 minutes . Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Lower the heat to medium and add the onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Then, stir in the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Optional: pour in the white wine and cook, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits, until evaporated.

Step 4

Stir in the paprika, cumin, oregano, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 5

Cover and simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Add the currants (or raisins) and olives and continue cooking, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped parsley and serve!