Picadillo de Papaya Verde con Carne (Estilo Keto)
Green Papaya Hash with Meat (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no thickeners like flour or starch are used in the broth. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Costa Rican picadillo featuring unripe green papaya, finely diced and sautéed with ground beef or pork, onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Seasoned with local herbs and spices. Served without high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Ground beef or pork, unripe green papaya, yellow onion, bell peppers (red/green), garlic, cilantro, culantro, olive oil, beef broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no thickeners like flour or starch are used in the broth. Confirm no added sugars, common in some restaurant preparations.
Watch out for
Unripe papaya can still contribute some carbs, especially in large portions. Hidden sugars in seasoning mixes or restaurant broths.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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