Dominica paw paw salad is a refreshing dish that has a unique flavor. Paw paw (green papaya) has a slightly bitter flavor however paired with the pineapple, sweet red pepper and onions it culminates into a delicious salad. Make it as part of an authentic Dominica meal.
Dominica Paw Paw Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 green paw paw Green papaya
- 1 red sweet pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup diced pineapple
- 1/4 cup Red onion sliced
- For the Dressing:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp mustard
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
Instructions
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Wash the paw paw, cut in half and place in boiling water for 20 minutes.
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Allow to cool and remove seeds and peel lightly.
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Cook for 5 more minutes or until tender.
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Cut in slices and place in a bowl.
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Add pineapple to the paw paw and toss lightly. Peel onion, seed peppers and cut in rings. Arrange paw paw mixture on a platter and garnish with the peppers and onions and garlic.
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For the dressing:
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Combine all ingredients, whisk and serve with salad
