Papaya | Healthiest Foods

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The papaya (from Carib via Spanish), papaw or pawpaw is the plantCarica papaya, one of the 22 accepted species in the genus Carica of the family Caricaceae.Its origin is in the tropics of the Americas, perhaps from southern Mexico and neighboring Central America,More info:wiki

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#10 Red Papaya,More info:australianpapaya

Red Papaya is ripe when skin is green/yellow. When ripe, cut fruit should have bright orange/red flesh. Both fruits are ripe when yield to gentle pressure.

Yellow Papaw is ripe when the skin is yellow/orange. Ripe fruit when cut has bright yellow/orange flesh and black seeds. Both fruits are ripe when yield to gentle pressure.

#9 Caramelised chicken and papaya satay noodles recipe,More info:realfood.tesco

This Indonensian-inspired dish combines all our favourite things; a fragrant marinade, grilled caramelised chicken and a herbaceous papaya salad. Peanut butter is the hero of this satay-inspired dressing and, while fish sauce is certainly a pungent ingredient, don’t be put off – it adds heaps of flavour.

#8 Papaya Curry,More info:hispanickitchen

Curry has been a long established staple in Indian cuisine. This Papaya Curry is a tropical take on it. Sweeter, without the distinctive taste of the curry, this recipe is vegan-friendly and pairs well with steamed rice. If you want to add protein, white fish is a delicious option. Be sure to find a really ripe papaya when making this dish, so the fruit’s flavor keeps it’s original sweetness. Enjoy chilled or warm.

#7 Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp,More info:splendidtable

This salad epitomizes the Vietnamese love of contrasting flavors and textures. The tartness of the dressing brings out the smoky, salty flavors of the shrimp and the peanuts add crunch and nuttiness. If you can’t find green papaya, substitute with white cabbage.

#6 Papaya Salad with Miso Turmeric Dressing,More info:foodbabe

This new salad recipe is light and super refreshing on a hot summer day! Its star ingredient is the papaya, a tropical fruit that’s very high in vitamin C and loaded with the enzyme papain that helps keep your skin, nails and hair beautiful!

#5 Spicy Papaya Salad With Smoky Roasted Peanuts,More info:avirtualvegan

Fed up with boring green salad? Try this fresh and spicy papaya salad with smoky roasted peanuts and a lime chilli dressing. Fresh, vibrant and healthy.