1poundground buffalo, ground beef, or ground turkey
2/3cupwater
11 ounce packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
Toppings:
1cupgrated Oaxaca cheese
1large tomato, chopped
12.25-ounce can sliced black olives
14.5-ounce can Old El Paso Chopped Green Chilies
Instructions
Zucchini boats:
Preheat the broiler. Scoop out the seeds from the zucchini, leaving a ¼-inch thick shell. Chop scooped out zucchini and set aside.
Brush the zucchini all over with olive oil and season with salt. Transfer to a baking sheet and broil until soft, about 2 minutes per side; set aside.
Picadillo:
In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes until onion is translucent and peppers are tender.
Brown beef and drain. Stir in water and seasoning mix, bring to boiling. Add chopped zucchini and reduce heat; simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until thickened.
Spoon picadillo into zucchini boats. Top with cheese and return to the broiler until cheese melts and golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Serve:
To serve, Top with tomatoes, black olives, and green chile.
Notes
If you do not have access to ground buffalo, you can substitute with organic ground beef or ground turkey. Ground chicken would probably also work.