Green papayas are simply the unripe versions of regular papayas and are popular here on the island, especially in Hilo with its great blend of Asian cultures. I bought 6 huge green papayas for $2 from a friendly female vendor at the Hilo farmer’s market. This soup was a worthwhile experiment. For the spicy green papaya soup, you will need:
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp. coconut oil
- 1/3 cup green onions, chopped
- 1-2 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 4-5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
- 2-3 cups green papayas, sliced thin
- 1 carrot, chopped
Directions:
Heat the oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Add green onions, garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for approximately 3 minutes. Add broth, coconut milk, papaya and carrot and bring to a boil. Turn heat to low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes. Season with extra red pepper for extra heat. Ladle into two soup bowls and enjoy!
spicy green papaya soup
Jul 22, 2010 @ 14:40:59
I seriously love soup. I have never even eaten papaya, but I would like to try this.
BTW, I found you on foodie blog roll and friended you. God bless!
Jul 22, 2010 @ 18:45:36
Thanks Angel. I love your website too
Jul 22, 2010 @ 21:26:54
Aimee,
This soup sounds really good. Thanks for the sharing your experiment.
Ali
Jul 22, 2010 @ 23:05:32
You’re welcome
It was kinda like chicken noodle soup…in a way.
Feb 12, 2011 @ 00:43:47
Sweet web site , super style and design , really clean and use friendly .
Apr 04, 2011 @ 01:29:11
Just made this soup tonight. Exactly as posted, which is really odd for me (I always read recipes as suggestions, know what I mean?)
Anyway, it is DIVINE. Tomorrow, we add shrimp and cilantro to the leftovers. (Just remembered you are a vegan so I hope you are not offended.)
Fabulous. Thanks a lot!
Sep 06, 2012 @ 14:50:26
My children are loving this soup as I write!!