How to Fix Papaya

A ripe papaya cut lenghtwise shows seeds and yellow skin

Papaya is a melon-like fruit with yellow-orange flesh. It has a green skin that turns yellow when it is ripe enough to eat. Papayas are a rich source of vitamins A and C, potassium, folate and fiber. Papayas are delicious and healthy for you to eat. Knowing how to fix or prepare a papaya will improve your dining experience. Does this Spark an idea?

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Chopping board
Sharp knife
Spoon
Two tbsp. lime juice
Glass or stainless steel bowl

Instructions

- 1
  
  Select papayas that are firm with a yellow skin to eat immediately. Otherwise you can choose papayas that are slightly green. They will ripen in a couple of days if stored at room temperature.
- 2
  
  Wash the papaya in cold water. Make sure that it is very clean, as papaya skin can be covered in an irritant that causes an allergic reaction in some people.
- 3
  
  Place the papaya on a clean chopping board. Hold the papaya firmly with one hand and cut it in half lengthwise with the knife.
- 4
  
  Separate the two halves of the papaya. Pick up each half in turn, and using a spoon, scrape out the seeds with a downward motion.
- 5
  
  Cut each papaya half into two or three wedges. Use the knife to peel off the skin. Cut the wedges into small pieces and place in a bowl.
- 6
  
  Pour the lime juice over the cut papaya to bring out the flavor. Refrigerate until required.

Tips & Warnings

Select the papaya carefully. If it is too hard and green, it will not ripen properly.
Make sure that the papaya is fully ripe before consuming. Unripe papayas contain a latex fluid which can cause irritation and provoke allergic reaction in some people.