Papaya
Country of Origin: Brazil 🇧🇷
Class / Cat: 1
Introduction
Papaya (Carica papaya) is a tropical fruit with orange-colored flesh which is grown in exotic and tropical regions of the world. It is believed to be originated from the tropics of the Americas most probably from Central America. Papayas can vary in shapes and sizes and this depends on their variety.
History
Papaya is believed to be originated from Central America and specifically from Southern Mexico. It was cultivated in these areas before the arrival of Columbus and after the arrival of Europeans, papaya was introduced in different regions such as Australia, South Africa, Hawaii, Texas, California, Florida, Caribbean Islands and other tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Regions
Papaya is a very popular fruit and nowadays it is cultured in many different parts of the world. The most important producing countries are Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico, Indonesia, The Congo, China, Peru, Thailand, and Venezuela to name a few.
Flavours & Texture
Papaya has a sweet flesh and edible seeds that have a pepper-like flavour. It has sweet and pleasant flavour and it tastes like cantaloupe melon or tropical mango. When it is ripe, it is soft like avocado and has a creamy, butter-like texture.
Preparation
Use a large sharp knife and cut the papaya in half. Using a large spoon, scrape out the seeds but note that the seeds are edible so you can eat them. Then you either scoop the fruit with a spoon or you can cut in slices after you peel it and have it raw, in fruit salad or in your smoothies.
Nutritional Value
Papaya is very low in calories and it can be used for weight loss in addition papaya is also a good source of fiber and minerals.
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Calories per 100 g |
43 kcal |
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Fat |
0.3 g |
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Carbohydrate |
11 g |
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Fiber |
1.7 g |
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Protein |
0.5 g |
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Sodium |
8 mg |
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Calcium |
20 mg |
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Iron |
0.25 mg |
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Potassium |
182 mg |
SHIPPING
All orders are dispatched within 1-4 business days on a next-day delivery service. Alternatively, choose your desired delivery date at the checkout – available delivery dates will be displayed in your cart. If no date is selected, your order will be dispatched at the next available date. We cannot guarantee delivery will be possible on the chosen date. You will receive an email notification with tracking details when your order is dispatched.
We offer FREE delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.
Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £11.95
Northern Ireland - Not currently available
Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address on the delivery date. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.
All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets, straw, or hay to protect the fruit during transit.
RETURNS
Let's start by stating the obvious. Since our produce is perishable, we cannot accept returns.
That said, we want every customer to be happy, so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:- All requests must contact us within 24 hours of order receipt. We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.
