Tomates Rellenos De Picadillo Cubano (cuban Picadillo Stuffed Tomatoes)

Tomates Rellenos de Picadillo Cubano, or Cuban Picadillo Stuffed Tomatoes, are a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the savory and slightly sweet flavors of Cuban picadillo. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Cuban Tomatoes Picadillo Stuffed
Tomates Rellenos De Picadillo Cubano (cuban Picadillo Stuffed Tomatoes)

Ingredients

  • 4 large ripe tomatoes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  3. Stir in the raisins, olives, tomato sauce, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the white wine and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and carefully scoop out the insides, leaving a sturdy shell. Sprinkle the insides with salt and pepper.
  6. Stuff each tomato with the picadillo mixture, mounding it on top. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender but still hold their shape.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Skillet Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tomates Rellenos de Picadillo Cubano with a side of white rice and black beans for a complete Cuban meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils for a delicious meat-free alternative.

Cost

$15