Hash Cubano

You will need

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb (454g) ground beef
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano leaves, crumbled
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 can (398mL) DOLE^® Pineapple Chunks
• 1/4 cup seedless raisins
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup sliced pimento-stuffed green olives

Method

1. In large skillet, over medium heat, cook onion and garlic in hot oil in until tender-crisp. Stir in ground beef and cook until beef has browned. Spoon off excess juices.
2. Stir in water, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, salt and red pepper flakes. Stir until thoroughly combined, continue cooking until all juices are evaporated. Add pineapple chunks, raisins, almonds and olives. Heat through until hot. Serve with rice, if desired.