Storage under natural conditions
First of all, when buying ripe papaya, you should choose whole fruit, not crushed or cracked. Ripe papaya can be left at room temperature for 2 - 3 days, if the fruit is not too soft. However, to prolong the storage time, you need to pay attention to the following factors:
Do not leave ripe papaya in a place that is too hot: Ripe papaya will quickly rot if left in a place with high temperature or direct sunlight. Keep papaya in a cool place, away from direct sunlight.
Keep the skin: Papaya peel has the effect of protecting the inner meat, so you should not peel it if not used immediately.
According to food expert and preservation, Dr. Jennifer Park, a lecturer at the University of California, USA, the preservation of ripe papaya depends heavily on the environmental temperature and how to handle fruit skin. "One of the important factors when preserving papaya is moisture. Papaya needs to be kept in an environment that is not too moist, but not too dry. This helps maintain fruit quality for a long time."
Storage in the refrigerator
If you want to extend the storage time of ripe papaya, the refrigerator is the ideal solution. However, you need to pay attention to the following steps to prevent papaya from losing its flavor:
Wrap papaya with a wrap or store in an airtight container: This helps keep papaya from losing moisture and avoid spreading odor from other foods in the refrigerator.
Do not leave the whole fruit in the refrigerator: After papaya is cooked, you should cut it into small pieces or divide the fruit into small pieces. This way, you can use it gradually without damaging the rest.
Store in the refrigerator: Ripe papaya should be stored in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. Refrigeration storage time usually lasts 5 - 7 days.
Cold-fried fruits
If you have too many ripe papaya and cannot consume them immediately, freezing is a very effective method. frozen papaya still retains nutrients and can be used for a long time. To freeze papaya, follow these steps:
Cut papaya into small pieces: Cut the seeds and peel, then cut the papaya into small pieces or squares to taste.
Place papaya on a tray: Spread the papaya pieces over a large tray, making sure the pieces do not overlap.
First freezing: Put the tray in the refrigerator ice Cube, let the papaya freeze completely for about 3-4 hours.
Package and store: Once the papaya has frozen, place it in a zip bag or specialized food container to avoid air entering and keep the papaya longer.
With this method, you can store papaya in the freezer for up to 6 months without worrying about losing quality.
