picadillo

American  

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

noun

plural

picadillos

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

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Example Sentences

The sweet-and-savory notes of the ground beef, raisins and olives in the picadillo mingle with the fries, making each bite a little adventure.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2025

Cubarrubia and Morales’ celebration featured a wide array of dishes, such as Filipino sour and savory soup of sinigang as well as Cuban picadillo and ham croquettes.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2023

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

In South Florida, Cuban Americans have made Cuban pizzas trendy, tweaked with fried green plantains and picadillo ground beef.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2021

I could almost taste Mama’s picadillo or arroz con polio, the cafe con leche she would make us every morning.

From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez