Also known as papaya.
Large edible berry containing many seeds in the hollow core.
Generally green when unripe, matures to yellow or brown.
Flesh is golden yellow or orange / red with a smooth texture.
Flavour is similar to a rockmelon and can change from grower to grower.

Choose sweet smelling, unbruised paw paws free from deterioration such as black spots.
During the year paw paws may have markings resembling freckles on the skin these are ok & do not affect the flesh.

High in Vitamin C, Vitamin A & Folate.
Source of essential amino acids & Potassium.
Provides 163kj / 100g.

Fully ripe paw paws will only last a few days at room temperature.
You can keep a fully ripe paw paw in the fridge for about a week.
Prior to being fully ripe a paw paw can last up to 3 weeks in the fridge & can then become ripe at room temperature.

WA - Canarvon, Ord River.