Receta de Secretos de Cocina de Unilever: Picadillo de Papaya Verde

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

Ensure the green papaya is very green; if it's not, it will change the flavor of the dish.

Grate the green papaya and let it sit overnight to release excess liquid.

Before peeling the papaya, rub a little oil on your hands to prevent staining.

Peel and dice the green papaya into small pieces.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the diced papaya for about 10 minutes until softened.

In a large pot, heat olive oil and add diced bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until translucent.

Add the ground beef (500 g) to the pot; cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Once the beef is browned, add the cooked papaya, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Add water to the pot and let it simmer until the flavors meld and the mixture thickens, about 45-50 minutes.

Chop cilantro and add it to the mixture before serving, along with lime juice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level: