PAPAYA SPEARS, SWEETENED
| 1# Bag | $10.35 | |
| 5# Bag | $35.94 |
PAPAYA SPEARS, SWEETENED
PAPSWEET-1, PAPSWEET-5
Description:
The Papaya tree is a horticultural marvel, growing from seed to a 20-foot, fruit-bearing tree in less than 18 months. Cultivated in semitropical zones around the world, Papaya can range in size from 1 to 20 pounds. The silvery-black, crunchy Papaya seeds are edible but rarely used. Papayas grown in the United States come from California and Florida; however, the majority of Papayas come from Hawaii. Papayas, when ripe have an exotic sweet-tart flavor. Dried Papaya allows the versatility of year round use since Papaya normally has a short season of availability. Dry Papaya can be used straight from the bag or re-hydrated
Our Papaya is mechanically dried and contains sulfites.
Ingredients:
Papaya, sugar, sulfur dioxide as a preservative, FD&C yellow #5 and #6.
Product Description
Papayas are sweet and refreshing and also a great source of Vitamin C. Papayas are cultivated fruit similar to a melon with a deeper flavor and yellow-orange flesh. Papayas grow in groups on tall trees, similar to coconut trees. They can weigh between one half a pound and up to 20 pounds. There are many varieties of Papayas and they are grown in many tropical countries. The exact origin of the Papaya is unknown but it is believed to be native to the Americas. Contains sulfites. Dried Papaya Spears are mechanically dried.
Physical
Color: Yellowish-orange.
Flavor: Typical of papayas.
Size: Approximately 4½ to 7 inches in length.
Chemical
Moisture: <25% Sulfites: >300ppm Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Papaya, Sugar, Citric Acid, Sulfur Dioxide as a preservative, Fd&c Yellow #5 and #6 (calcium chloride may be added to improve product texture).
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Bag in box or to customer specifications.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <100,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <1000 cfu / g
YEAST: <1000 cfu / g
MOLD: <1000 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
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Serving Size 100g (uncooked) Number of Servings |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 250 | Calories from Fat 9 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 120mg | 5% |
| % | |
| Total Carbohydrate 87g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Sugars 86g | |
| Protein 0g | % |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 15% |
| Calcium | 1% |
| Iron | 6% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Papayas bring an exotic touch to savory dishes and desserts. Pureed Papaya added to a marinade gives it a tropical flavor. Dried Papaya can be used in salsa, smoked turkey salad, chili, bread, muffins and chutney. Papaya can also be cooked into meat dishes or softened and tossed with cooked couscous.
Basic Prep:
There is no preparation needed for dried fruit. If used in baking, you may want to rehydrate. To rehydrate dried fruit, pour boiling water over the fruit and let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain well before using.