Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tsp

olive oil

8 ounce

ground beef

lean, cooked

0.25 cup

onions

diced

0.5 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 medium

tomatoes

chopped, seeded

1 small

apples

pared, chopped

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

canned, sliced

2 tbsp

raisins

seedless

2 large

olives

stuffed, sliced

2 unit

black olives

pitted, sliced

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

1 dash

cinnamon

1 dash

cloves

Step 1
~6 min

Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~6 min

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and crumbly.

Step 3
~6 min

Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet.

Step 4
~6 min

Sauté until the onion and garlic are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5
~6 min

Stir in the chopped tomatoes, apples, sliced jalapeno pepper, raisins, sliced stuffed olives, sliced black olives, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and cloves.

Step 6
~6 min

Reduce the heat to low.

Step 7
~6 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well blended, about 20 minutes.

Step 8
~6 min

Serve over rice or as a filling for burritos or tacos.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of red wine vinegar for extra tang.

Use fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for garnish.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with white rice

Serve with warm tortillas

Garnish with cilantro

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Black Beans
Plantains
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish often served during family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Party Food
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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