This Carne Molida (Puerto Rican Picadillo) recipe is a flavor-packed ground beef dish, perfect as a filling for various Puerto Rican dishes, or enjoyed simply with rice for a satisfying meal.
Carne Molida, or Puerto Rican Picadillo, is a savory ground beef dish that’s a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine. It’s a delicious blend of ground meat, sofrito, peppers, onions, potatoes, olives, cilantro and spices in a savory tomato based sauce. This dish is as delicious as it is versatile. Whether served as a filling for empanadillas de carne (Puerto Rican empanadas), Puerto Rican stuffed peppers, Piononos Boricuas (Stuffed Sweet Plantains) or simply paired with rice, this dish brings a taste of Puerto Rico right to your table with every bite!