Best 2 Papaya Soup Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the tropics with a tantalizing papaya soup, a delightful symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to paradise. This luscious soup showcases the unique blend of sweet and savory notes inherent to papaya, complemented by a medley of aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas as you explore three distinct variations of this delectable soup: a classic papaya soup that captures the essence of this tropical fruit, a spicy papaya soup that ignites your senses with a touch of heat, and a refreshing chilled papaya soup that offers a cool respite on a warm summer day. Each recipe is carefully crafted to highlight the versatility of papaya and promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Prepare to be captivated by the culinary magic of papaya soup as you embark on this delectable adventure.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN & PAPAYA SOUP

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Before I was bron. My dad planted a papaya tree with others in the back yard. It made lots of good eats for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Family recipe awesome.

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories Fish

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb chicken, cut into large pieces
8 oz papaya, cut into chunks
6 oz spinach or water cress leaves
4 garlic cloves, thickly sliced
2 slice ginger, thickly sliced
1 small onion, sliced
4 c water
2 Tbsp fish sauce
1 Tbsp salt
1 1/2 Tbsp oil

Steps:

1. First heat the oil in a soup pot. Then fry the ginger and garlic until they are both slightly brown and fragrant. Then add in the chicken pieces and fry until they too turn slightly brown. Then add the water & cover the pot and simmer for an hour.
2. Next add in the papaya, spinach or water cress & fish sauce. Then allow the soup to simmer for about 45 minutes. Then Add the salt and stir well. Then serve with rice and other main course dishes.

PAPAYA SOUP

Papaya Soup image

Tinola, a Philippine papaya soup, inspired me to create this. The few recipes I found didn't have great reviews, so I revised one to make it vegetarian and to use some of my herbs and vegetables in my garden.

Provided by bandita

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 small onion, chopped
¾ cup red bell pepper, chopped
6 fresh chives, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
3 fresh sage leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh ginger
1 small hot chile pepper
1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
salt to taste
2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon lime juice
6 cups water
3 cubes vegetable bouillon
1 small green papaya, peeled and cut into chunks
1 bunch fresh spinach, trimmed
1 tablespoon fried onions, or to taste

Steps:

Heat coconut oil in a stockpot over medium heat; add onion, red bell pepper, chives, garlic, rosemary, sage, ginger, and chile pepper. Cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tofu to onion mixture; cook, stirring every 2 minutes, until tofu is golden brown, about 6 minutes. Season with salt.
Mix Worcestershire sauce and lime juice into tofu mixture. Stir water and bouillon together in a bowl until dissolved; pour over tofu mixture. Bring liquid to a simmer, add papaya, loosely cover stockpot, and simmer until papaya is tender yet firm to the bite, about 20 minutes.
Remove stockpot from heat, stir on spinach, cover, and allow to sit until spinach is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into serving bowls and top with fried onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 330.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Tips:

Choose ripe papayas: Look for papayas that are yellow or orange in color, with a slight give when you press on them. Avoid papayas that are green or have blemishes.
Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will make it easier to peel and cut the papaya. Be careful when using a sharp knife and always cut away from your body.
Remove the seeds: Papaya seeds are edible, but they can be bitter. If you don't want the seeds in your soup, you can easily remove them with a spoon.
Cook the papaya until it is tender: Papaya is a delicate fruit, so it doesn't take long to cook. Simmer the papaya in the broth for about 10 minutes, or until it is tender.
Add your favorite vegetables: You can add any vegetables you like to your papaya soup. Some popular additions include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Papaya soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up ripe papayas. With its sweet and tangy flavor, papaya soup is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you have a ripe papaya on hand, give this soup a try!