Ginger Papaya Salsa Recipe

Name: Ginger Papaya Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe papayas, seeded and cubed (or substitute with mango); ¼ cup crystallized ginger, minced finely; 2 scotch bonnet peppers or 2 habanero peppers, seeded; ⅓ cup dark rum; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice; ¼ cup coconut juice or ¼ cup Coco Lopez; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 ½ teaspoons honey; ⅛ teaspoon cardamom; ⅛ teaspoon anise; ⅛ teaspoon clove; 1 pinch nutmeg; 1 pinch cinnamon

Servings: persons

2 ripe papayas, seeded and cubed (or substitute with mango)
¼ cup crystallized ginger, minced finely
2 scotch bonnet peppers or 2 habanero peppers, seeded
⅓ cup dark rum
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup coconut juice or ¼ cup Coco Lopez
½ teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoons honey
⅛ teaspoon cardamom
⅛ teaspoon anise
⅛ teaspoon clove
1 pinch nutmeg
1 pinch cinnamon

1
Seed and cube papaya (or substitute with mango).
2
Combine with finely minced crystallized ginger.
3
Set aside.
4
Combine the rest of the ingredients in a blender.
5
Puree just until smooth, about 1 minute.
6
Pour into a saucepan.
7
Add papaya and ginger.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
10
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
11
Note: Salsa will keep refrigerated for 4-6 weeks.

105

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe papayas, seeded and cubed (or substitute with mango), ¼ cup crystallized ginger, minced finely, 2 scotch bonnet peppers or 2 habanero peppers, seeded, ⅓ cup dark rum, and more.

Yes, Ginger Papaya Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Ginger Papaya Salsa

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