Maradol Papaya
Cortez, it is believed, discovered the wonderful papaya around 1519. The papaya originated in Southeastern Mexico and is now widely cultivated in every tropical and subtropical country. The papaya is not a tree, but a herbaceous plant, and generally reaches heights of 25 feet. The "tree melon", is known by different names throughout the world. In Australia it is called the "papaw", in Brazil the "mamao", and in various parts of Europe it is called the "pawpaw". In France the "papaye".
Maradol Papayas are very high in Vitamins C and A (78% bata caratene), low in calories, an excellent source of potassium, iron and dietary fiber. This fruit also contains good amounts of calcium
The Maradol Papaya is delicious, nutritious and distinctively flavored. It contains papain which is a powerful digestive aid, and has been used through the ages to sooth stomach disorders.
Handling and Storage:
Handle with care to avoid bruising as the skin of the Maradol Papaya, as well as all varieties of Papayas, is very delicate. Ripen at room temperature until the fruit is slightly soft to the touch. The riper the Papaya, the sweeter the fruit - connoisseurs of Papayas who incorporate this fabulous fruit into their daily diets, maintain that a Papaya is ready to eat when it is similar in appearance to a ripe plantain! You can refrigerate to slow the ripening process, but do not store below 55 degrees F.
Maradol Papayas, like mangos and other tropical fruits, are used in a variety of dishes including fresh fruit salads with yoghurt, in vegetable dishes and as a fresh dessert or tropical fruit drinks. Smoothies: include with fresh pineapple, apples, mangos - puree fruit with yoghurt and enjoy a fresh fruit smoothie to start your day! Maradol Papayas can be baked, added to sauces and marinades, you can barbecue it, and it makes a great salsa!
Papaya connoisseurs say the way to truly enjoy fresh Maradol Papayas is to cover fresh slices of the fruit with the juice from fresh limes and sprinkle it with cayenne pepper. Note: Unless you use cayenne pepper in your Diet on a regular basis, start with a small amount and Add more as your tolerance allows. The lime juice and cayenne pepper accents the great taste of the Maradol Papaya.
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