Green Papaya

Green papaya is the unripe papaya. They vary in length and shape but are generally oblong, about 1 foot to 1 1/2 feet. When you peel the green skin, you will see a milky, sticky sap. The sap has an enzyme that helps dissolve protein and can be used to tenderize meats like beef. Green papaya is used in Thai cooking raw and cooked.

Recipes made with green papaya

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  Green Papaya Salad

  Som Tum

  Shreded green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans with lime dressing

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  Som Tum

  Som Tum Thai Pboo

  Spicy green papaya salad with dried shimp and salted crab

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