Step 1

Start with olive oil, onions and peppers in a pan over medium heat. Cook for a few minutes, until the onions become translucent.

Step 2

Add sofrito and sauté another minute before adding in ground beef. While the ground beef is browning, break it up with a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Next add sazon, adobo, bay leaves, and tomato sauce. Mix to evenly incorporate everything into the beef. At this point, add olives and water before bringing to a boil.

Step 4

Cook for 10 minutes or until beef is fully cooked. Add salt to taste, garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice, plantains, or pan de agua.