Green Papaya Candy Recipes

SWEET CANDIED PAPAYA(CAPE VERDE)

Steps:

• Peel the papaya, remove the seeds and cut the flesh either into strips or into 1" cubes.
• Combine the water and sugar in a large pot. Heat until the sugar has dissolved then add the papaya pieces along with the cinnamon stick, cloves and lemon zest. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat without stirring until the sugar becomes a thick syrup (about 20 minutes boiling).
• At this point take the pan off the heat and set aside until cooled to room temperature.
• Turn the papaya and syrup mixture into a jar and store in the refrigerator. It is typically served as a dessert with cottage (farmer's) cheese or yoghurt.

PAPAYA CANDY

Steps:

• Cut the papaya into fine strips, then peel and wash well.
• Place the papaya and sugar on on a slow fire until the sugar dissolves Cook for ten minutes, then set aside for a half hour.
• After a half an hour reheat at a higher flame, until the mixture becomes sugar-like or crystalized.
• Shortly afterwards remove from heat, and, using a spoon and fork, mold into different shapes.