Papaya

The taste of papaya is comparable to that of cantaloupe melon or a more exotic variety of mango. There is a faint sweetness and musky undertones, but they are not too overwhelming. Ripe papaya flesh is orange-red and has a soft, creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Unripe papayas, on the other hand, have a tougher flesh and little to no flavour.

STORAGE

As the papaya ripens, its skin gradually turns from green to yellow. The papaya is ready to eat when it is almost completely yellow and slightly soft to the touch. Refrigerate fully ripe papayas in the refrigerator to extend their shelf life; they will keep for about a week in the refrigerator.

FUN FACTS & TIPS

It can sometimes be difficult to find a perfectly ripe papaya. However, it becomes a little easier if you know what to look for. The first thing you should look for is a shiny papaya with few blemishes and no serious scratches or holes. You should also examine the shape of the papaya. Hold the fruit up and examine it with both hands. The shape of your papaya should be plump and round.

NUTRITION & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease
• Helps reduce the risk of cancer
• Strengthens your immune system
• Helps keep your arteries healthy
• Reduces cholesterol, high blood pressure and stroke
• Protects your eyes from macular degeneration
• Reduces flatulence and relieves constipation
• Reduces the risk of colon cancer

Contain high levels of antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein and zeaxanthin


Common Names: Banane de Prairie, Caricae Papayae Folium, Carica papaya, Carica peltata, Carica posoposa, Chirbhita, Erandachirbhita, Erand Karkati, Green Papaya, Mamaerie, Melonenbaumblaetter, Melon Tree, Papaw, Papaya Fruit, Papayas, Papaye, Papaye Verte, Papayer, Papita, Paw Paw, Pawpaw, 马来西亚木瓜, 番木瓜, 木瓜