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Mexican Picadillo Tacos Recipe

Mexican Picadillo Tacos Recipe

These flavorful Mexican Picadillo Tacos combine tender ground beef, potatoes, and hatch chilies for a delicious taco filling that’s hearty, savory, and full of bold flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a taco party!


Ingredients

For serving:


Instructions


🧅 1. Cook Garlic and Onion

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ¾ of the diced onion and all the minced garlic.
  3. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the onion is translucent, stirring often.
  4. Remove the onion and garlic from the skillet and transfer to a bowl with the ground beef.

🥔 2. Cook the Potatoes

  1. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly golden.

🍖 3. Cook the Beef Mixture

  1. Return the ground beef, onion, and garlic mixture to the skillet with the potatoes.
  2. Add the cumin, chili powder, and salt.
  3. Pour in the ½ cup of water and mix everything together.
  4. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water has reduced and the flavors are well combined.

🌶️ 4. Add Hatch Chilies

  1. Stir in the chopped hatch chilies and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the chilies to blend into the mixture.

🌮 5. Serve the Tacos

  1. Warm flour or corn tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave.
  2. Spoon the picadillo mixture into each tortilla.
  3. Garnish with the remaining diced onion, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  4. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips for the Perfect Picadillo Tacos


These Mexican Picadillo Tacos are a delicious, filling, and authentic way to enjoy bold Mexican flavors. The combination of tender beef, hearty potatoes, and smoky hatch chilies makes every bite unforgettable. 🌮✨

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