Picadillo Soup Abalos Style
Experience the heartwarming flavors of **Picadillo Soup Abalos Style**, a comforting Filipino-inspired dish that's perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings. This vibrant soup features tender ground beef simmered in a rich tomato broth, infused with the aromatic notes of garlic and onion. A medley of colorful vegetables—Russet potatoes, carrots, green beans, and peas—adds layers of texture and nourishing goodness. Finished with a touch of fish sauce for an optional umami kick, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Simple yet satisfying, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crusty bread. From its wholesome ingredients to its approachable preparation, this picadillo soup is a timeless comfort food that’ll warm both body and soul.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 large, diced ripe tomatoes
- 2 medium, peeled and diced Russet potatoes
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
- 0.5 cup frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 6 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and let them cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to break down and release their juices.
Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the diced potatoes and carrots to the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the green beans and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Add the frozen green peas, fish sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1654 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
