Picadillo has its origins in Spain, but it has been adapted and modified over the years by Cuban cooks to suit local tastes and ingredients. Picadillo is a versatile dish that can be made with various ingredients depending on regional preferences and what’s available. The base typically consists of ground meat (often beef), onions, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, and spices, but additional ingredients such as olives, raisins, capers, slivered almonds or potatoes may be included to add depth of flavor.
Like many traditional dishes, picadillo is often associated with feelings of comfort and nostalgia. It’s a dish that many Cubans grew up eating, often prepared by their grandmothers or mothers.
We hope you enjoy this delicious Cuban dish as much as we do and that it connects you in a deeper way with our extended Cuban family. Learn how we’re helping children in Cuba at www.forwardedge.org/cuba.
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9 yrs. old
Entered the program: October 2025
Lior lives with his parents, little sister, and grandmother in an apartment block. Lior’s family is very poor. His father’s family has been very affected by the Kosova war; they lost many members. Lior’s father only has 20% vision in one eye, even after many surgeries, and struggles to find work. He also suffers with PTSD. His mother stays home to care for the family.
Lior has a medical condition called Chorea Minor which causes involuntary muscle spasms in the arms, legs and face. It is associated with autoimmune disorders or Rheumatic fever; he is on medication to help control it.
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