Stewed Green Papaya (Pawpaw)
Stewed Unripe Papaya (Trinidadian Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Unripe green papaya, prized for its firm texture, is slow-cooked with a fragrant sofrito of onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and a touch of Scotch bonnet or pimento pepper, resulting in a unique savory vegetable dish.
Key ingredients
Green papaya, onion, garlic, thyme, chives, pimento pepper, cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm that only unripe green papaya is used, and no sugar is added to the preparation.
Watch out for
Accidental use of ripe (sweeter, higher carb) papaya; potential for hidden sugar in seasoning.
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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