picadillo

American  

[pik-uh-dil-oh, pee-kah-dee-yaw, ‑-dee-lyaw] / ˌpɪk əˈdɪl oʊ, ˌpi kɑˈdi jɔ, ‑ˈdi ljɔ /

noun

picadillos plural

1. a traditional Latin American and Spanish dish of ground meat, onions, tomatoes, raisins, olives, and spices.

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Noun Inflected Forms

• picadillos
  plural

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picadillo picadillos

Cuban-Inspired Loaded Fries: Crispy fries topped with savory picadillo, a drizzle of garlicky aioli, pickled red onions, oozy mozzarella and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2025

What was offered then — albondigas, picadillo and empanadas, among other treats — is familiar to us today, but not the name under which those eaters knew the cuisine as: “Spanish.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2022

Chiles relleno filled with picadillo are traditionally served with a tomato soup, which soaks into the ground meat, moistening the dish.

From Washington Post ● Sep. 7, 2022

Pouches of meatless picadillo made with potatoes and peas; cauliflower tinga in a robust sauce; mushrooms in chipotle sauce; and beans and rice can take to the stove top or microwave.

From New York Times ● Mar. 28, 2022

“Okay, mi amor. Your mom said there’s some picadillo in the kitchen. Tus padres won’t be back until later tonight. Eat, okay? Estás muy flaquito.”

From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya

It doesn’t require a sofrito, as some picadillos do, but if you have some or want to make it, do: Your picadillo will be even better.

From Washington Post ● Feb. 22, 2021

It was right on the Ave, with its panhandlers and parking picadillos.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 5, 2013