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Description/Taste
The Green papaya fruit weighs an average of one to two pounds. It is pear-shaped with a true green peel and a pale translucent yellow-green flesh that bears a pocket of seeds in its central core. The flesh and the seeds are the edible part of the fruit. The flesh is similar in texture and consistency to that of a mango. It is semi-firm and succulent, easily pierced when ripe. The flesh's flavor is lean and subtly sweet. Its seeds are tart and peppery. They can be ground and used as a pepper substitute.
Seasons/Availability
Green papaya are available year-round.
Current Facts
The Green papaya tree is a short-lived and fast growing woody herb. It grows to about 12 feet in height. The Green papaya is one of two types of papaya. It is also classified as the Mexican papaya, signaling its origins. The other papaya is Hawaiian and is more common because it is sweeter and easier to harvest. There are actually several different cultivars of green papaya, including hybrids, so there are variations in size, weight and flesh color. The largest Green papaya recorded weighed fifteen pounds.
Nutritional Value
Papaya is known as the "power fruit" as it is used as a universal remedy for many health disorders and diseases. It contains beneficial enzymes and has a high antioxidant content. It strengthens the immune system, helps the digestive system and protects against free radicals.
Applications
Green papaya are most often used in savory dishes, as they have little of the tropical sweetness associated with ripe Hawaiian or Mexican papaya. Grated into salads it has a crunchy, cucumber-like texture and mild flavor. To prepare, cut in half; remove seeds. Remove skin with a vegetable peeler or paring knife. To store, chill only when ripe. Serve within a day or two or its fragile flavor will be lost.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Though Green papaya is not a native fruit to these countries, it is most commonly used in Vietnamese and Thai cuisine.
Geography/History
The Green papaya is native to tropical Southern and Central America. It grows wild and can be easily cultivated by seed. It prefers heat and sunshine within a temperate tropical to semi-tropical climate. The trees are not very wind tolerant, nor do they prefer cold or excessive rainfall. Cultivation for home fruit production is common as growing conditions can be controlled.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Pacific Coast Spirits | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Miguel's Cocina Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-437-4237 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Sovereign Thai Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-887-2000 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Miguel's 4S Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-924-9200 |
| Open Gym-White Rice | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Dija Mara 2021 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Enclave | Miramar CA | 808-554-4219 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Green Papaya. One
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easiest, three is harder.| Passionate Eater |
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Vietnamese Green Papaya Salad (Goi Du Du) |
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Vietnamese Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp and Pork |
| Hapa Nom Nom |
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Thai Style Hot Dogs |
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Vinh Hung
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United StatesAbout 197 days ago, 12/06/20 
Arko Foods International
Arko Foods International
Near Glendale, California, United States1425 E Colorado Street Glendale CA 91205 818-242-5921 About 506 days ago, 2/02/20 
Winco Foods
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 521 days ago, 1/18/20 
International 88 Market
Near Glendale, Arizona, United StatesAbout 521 days ago, 1/18/20 
Lee Lee International Supermarket
Lee Lee International Market
Near Peoria, Arizona, United States7575 W Cactus Road Peoria AZ 85381 623-773-3345 About 533 days ago, 1/06/20 
Your Dekalb Farmers Market
Deklab Farmers Market
Near Scottdale, Georgia, United States3000 Ponce de Leon Ave Decatur Georgia 30031 404-377-6400 https://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com About 669 days ago, 8/23/19 Sharer's comments : Green papaya at Dekalb Farmers Market 
Mithapheap
Mithapheap Oriental Food Market
Near Alameda, California, United States1400 14th Ave Oakland CA 94606 510-436-3826 www.thaifoodandtravel.com About 688 days ago, 8/04/19 
Seafood City
Near Vallejo, California, United StatesAbout 690 days ago, 8/02/19 Sharer's comments : Green 
Asian Food Mart
Asian Food Market
Near Santa Rosa, California, United States3080 Marlow Road Santa Rosa CA 95403 707-540-0499 About 700 days ago, 7/23/19 
Pacific Supermarket
Pacific Supermarket
Near Daly City, California, United States2900 Alemany Blvd San Francisco CA 94112 415-337-1628 About 709 days ago, 7/14/19 
99 Ranch
99 Ranch Market - McKinley St
Near Riverside, California, United States430 McKinley St Corona CA 92879 951-898-8899 About 723 days ago, 6/30/19 |
