Green Papaya Recipe : How to Cook Green Papaya the Antiguan way

Antiguan-Style Mashed Green Papaya

Experience the unique flavors of Antigua with this delightful green papaya dish. This plant-based recipe transforms unripe papaya into a creamy and aromatic side dish, thanks to the addition of sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of turmeric. Enjoy it as a side dish or a light, vegan main course.

Ingredients

🍈 1 Unripe Papaya, green
🥑 1 tablespoon Avocado oil, 365 Everyday Value, 100% Pure Avocado Oil
🧄 ~4-5 Cloves of Garlic
🧅 1 Large Onion
🧂 1/2 Tablespoon Salt, generic shaker
🌿 1 Tablespoon Turmeric, generic shaker
🌶️ 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper, generic grinder/shaker
💧 Water, for boiling papaya

Instructions

1- Prepare the Papaya:

• Using a large kitchen knife, chop off both the head and bottom ends of the green papaya.
• Peel the skin with a vegetable peeler.
• Halve the papaya lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and inner membrane.
• Dice the papaya into 1-inch cubes. Rinse under cold running water in a metal colander.

2- Cook the Papaya:

• Boil water in a large pot on the stove. Add 1/2 tablespoon of salt.
• Add the diced papaya cubes to the boiling water. Cook until tender.
• Drain the papaya and mash it in the pot until smooth.

3- Prepare the Aromatics:

• Dice the onion finely, peel and mince the garlic.

4- Sauté and Combine:

• Heat avocado oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
• Sauté onions and garlic until the onions are translucent.
• Stir in turmeric and black pepper, mixing well.
• Combine the mashed papaya with the sautéed mixture and stir thoroughly.
• Cover and let simmer for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.

5- Serve:

• Serve hot on a white rectangular plate for a delightful culinary presentation.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Nutrition (per serving): Approximate values

• Calories: 150
• Proteins: 2g
• Fats: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
  Equipment:
• Large Kitchen Knife
• Cutting Board
• Vegetable Peeler
• Small Paring Knife
• Metal Colander
• Large Pot
• Stove/Range
• Small Frying Pan
• Wooden Spoon
• Potato Masher
• Potholder

Cooking Tips:

• Use a vegetable peeler for safe and efficient peeling of papaya.
• Boil the papaya until very soft for the best texture.

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Antiguan-Style Mashed Green Papaya

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