Organic Intenza Papaya (1 count)

Sourced from our organic network in Mexico; the Intenza Papaya — one of the sweetest, least acidic papaya varieties you'll find. Its firm yet juicy orange-salmon flesh delivers a fragrant, melon-like flavor with a high natural sugar content that makes it stand out from the typical grocery store papaya. Slice it open, scoop out the peppery black seeds (save them — they make a great salad dressing!), and you've got a versatile ingredient ready to shine.

In the kitchen, this papaya is a true workhorse. Its firm texture holds up beautifully in fruit salads, salsas, and grain bowls, while its natural sweetness blends effortlessly into smoothies, chutneys, and tropical marinades. Serve it simply chilled with a squeeze of lime, or get adventurous and fold it into a papaya seed vinaigrette or a slow-braised pork dish — the natural enzymes (including papain) make it a surprisingly powerful meat tenderizer.

Ripen at room temperature until the green skin shows yellow-orange spots, then refrigerate and use within a few days for peak flavor.

*Missing Ingredient catalog items are sourced in CA first from our network of trusted organic farmers, with select items from Mexico, Canada & South America to ensure availability and quality.