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Picadillo
This can be used as a taco or tamal filling.
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, minced
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup tomato sauce or 2 tomatoes, diced
1 pound cooked meat, diced
1/2 cup soup stock or beef broth
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup chopped green olives
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Fry the garlic and onion in the oil. Add the tomatoes or the tomato sauce and meat; mix well. Add broth and remaining ingredients. Stir well to mix thoroughly. Simmer for 30 minutes.