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Ground Beef Skillet


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A delicious ground beef skillet recipe with a mix of vegetables, olives, and raisins that melds together for a flavorful dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup sliced green olives
  • ¼ cup golden raisins
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Push the vegetables aside and add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and oregano; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the tomato sauce and golden raisins, mixing well to combine.
  6. Fold in sliced green olives, cover, and simmer on low for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Serve hot over rice or wrapped in tortillas.

Notes

  • This dish is versatile and can be served over rice, in tortillas, or on its own.
  • Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg