Papaya Red Whole price at Woolworths

Red Papaya is a tropical fruit known for its vibrant colour and sweet, musky flavour. This versatile fruit is delicious enjoyed on its own or added to a variety of dishes. Its soft, buttery flesh and small black seeds offer a unique culinary experience. How to Pick: Choose papayas that are mostly yellow or orange in colour, with a slight give when gently pressed. Avoid any with large bruises, soft spots, or shrivelled skin. Ways to Eat: Enjoy red papaya raw, sliced for breakfast, or in fruit salads. It pairs well with lime juice, ginger, or in savoury dishes like salads with grilled chicken or fish. Try blending it into smoothies or making a refreshing salsa. How to Store: Store ripe papayas in the refrigerator for up to a week. Unripe papayas can be left at room temperature to ripen, then refrigerated once yellow. Cooking Methods: Papaya is primarily enjoyed raw, but can be grilled, baked, or blended.