Pork Mango Picadillo

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Pork Mango Picadillo
25 min.
4
335kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Pork Mango Picadillo! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it an ideal choice for family meals or gatherings with friends.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves four, with each serving packing a punch of 335 calories. The star of this dish is the ground pork, which can easily be substituted with ground turkey for a lighter option. The combination of warm spices like cinnamon, coriander, and cumin creates a fragrant base that complements the sweetness of fresh mango, adding a tropical twist to the traditional picadillo.

As you cook, the aroma of sautéed onions and garlic fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. The addition of chunky tomato-based salsa brings a zesty kick, while toasted almonds and fresh cilantro provide a delightful crunch and freshness. Serve this dish over hot, fluffy rice for a complete meal that is sure to impress. Whether it's lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, Pork Mango Picadillo is a dish that promises to bring joy and satisfaction to every bite!

Ingredients

  • pound ground pork (can substitute ground turkey, but add an extra tablespoon of oil to the pan when cooking)
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin 
  • 0.3 cup onions thinly sliced
  • cloves garlic minced
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon oregano dried crushed
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried crushed
  •  mangos pitted cubed peeled
  • tablespoons almonds toasted chopped
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves 
  • servings rice white yellow hot cooked
  • cup chunky homemade prepared ( or )
  • cup chunky homemade prepared ( or )

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet on medium high.
  2. Add small chunks of ground pork to the pan, not stirring, so that the meat has a chance to brown. Once one side is nicely browned, use a spatula to flip the pieces to the other side, again stirring as little as possible.
  3. Once you have some nice browning, you can stir and cook the pork until all pieces are cooked through and no longer pink.
  4. Drain off any fat in excess of a tablespoon.
  5. Add the onions and spices: Lower the heat to medium. Stir in the onions, garlic, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, oregano, and thyme. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
  6. Gently stir in salsa and mango pieces.
  7. Cover and heat through: Lower the heat to low. Cover and heat through, about 2 minutes. Spoon into serving dish.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped almonds and cilantro to serve.
  9. Serve with hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein36.23%
Fat23.52%
Carbs40.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.69
Glycemic Load
27.98
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.662173934605%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.95mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.8mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.88kcal
16.74%
Fat:8.89g
13.68%
Saturated Fat:1.37g
8.56%
Carbohydrates:34.25g
11.42%
Net Carbohydrates:31.38g
11.41%
Sugar:7.98g
8.86%
Cholesterol:62.37mg
20.79%
Sodium:61.47mg
2.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.82g
61.64%
Vitamin B3:11.96mg
59.78%
Vitamin B6:1.16mg
57.91%
Selenium:31.99µg
45.7%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.39%
Phosphorus:335.04mg
33.5%
Vitamin C:20.64mg
25.02%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.08%
Magnesium:68.48mg
17.12%
Vitamin E:2.51mg
16.72%
Potassium:538.09mg
15.37%
Vitamin B5:1.46mg
14.64%
Iron:2.32mg
12.91%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.85%
Copper:0.26mg
12.78%
Vitamin A:628.06IU
12.56%
Vitamin K:12.56µg
11.96%
Fiber:2.87g
11.46%
Folate:40.55µg
10.14%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.45%
Calcium:62.32mg
6.23%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%