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Papaya has a sweet, tropical flavor with a soft, buttery texture and a hint of muskiness.

Unripe papayas can be kept at room temperature to ripen. Ripe papayas should be refrigerated and consumed within a few days.

Papaya can be eaten raw in fruit salads, smoothies, or desserts. It can also be cooked in curries, salsas, or baked goods.

Yes, peeled and cubed papaya can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Yes, but they have a peppery, bitter taste. They are sometimes used sparingly as a garnish or ground as a seasoning.

Peel the papaya, slice in half, scoop out the seeds, then cut the flesh into cubes or slices.

Caution is advised as some people with latex allergies can react to papaya. Please consult a medical professional.

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Look for papayas that are mostly yellow to orange, yield slightly to gentle pressure, and are free of large blemishes.

Yes, always peel papaya and remove the seeds before eating or using it in recipes.

A bad papaya has an off smell, excessive mushiness, and dark, sunken spots or mold.

Green papaya is commonly used shredded in salads, pickles, and some soups or stews.

Papaya is great in smoothies, fruit salads, salsas, chutneys, ceviche, yogurt bowls, and even grilled or baked desserts.

Yes, store cut papaya in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within two days for best quality.

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Place the papaya in a brown paper bag with a banana or apple at room temperature to speed up ripening.