Hot Picadillo Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Hot Picadillo Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound meat loaf mix or ground chuck; 1 large onion, chopped; 5 teaspoons chili powder; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 14 1/2-ounce can petite diced tomatoes in juice; 3/4 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup raisins; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 4 Cuban rolls or hamburger rolls, split; 2 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce

Servings: persons

1 pound meat loaf mix or ground chuck
1 large onion, chopped
5 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 14 1/2-ounce can petite diced tomatoes in juice
3/4 cup beef broth
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 Cuban rolls or hamburger rolls, split
2 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce

1
Heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add meat and onion; cook until meat loses pink color, breaking up with fork, about 5 minutes.
3
Spoon off excess fat.
4
Mix in chili powder and cinnamon; cook 1 minute.
5
Stir in tomatoes with juice, beef broth, raisins, vinegar, and tomato paste.
6
Bring to boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until liquids thicken, about 10 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Lightly toast rolls.
10
Divide meat mixture among roll bottoms; top with lettuce and roll tops and serve.

187

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound meat loaf mix or ground chuck, 1 large onion, chopped, 5 teaspoons chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Hot Picadillo Sandwiches falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hot Picadillo Sandwiches

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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