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Papaya seeds can be a flavorful substitute for black pepper, offering digestive enzymes and a lively essence. They can be harvested from the tropical fruit, dried, and stored to create a suitable replacement for pepper in cooking. The seeds provide antioxidant benefits and a sharp flavor that wakes up taste buds similar to black pepper, adding both taste and health benefits to dishes.
A recipe for papaya seed pepper spice
Using papaya seeds as a substitute for black pepper will give us new and interesting flavors and also the health benefits associated with eating the seeds.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Sharp Knife
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Seeds Collection Bowl
- 1 A fine strainer for washing the seeds
- 1 Baking Paper
- 1 baking tray Any size and any shape will be good for us
Materials
- 1 Papaya
Instructions
- Removing the seeds: Open the papaya and remove the seeds.
- Washing the seeds: Rinse the seeds thoroughly under running water to remove additional fruit particles. At this stage it is advisable to use a strainer.
- Initial drying: Pat the seeds lightly with a soft cloth until the visible droplets disappeared.
- Preparing the seeds for the oven: Scatter the seeds evenly across a baking sheet lined with non-stick paper, separating any clumped together.
- Drying in the oven: Heat the oven to a low setting approximately between 60 and 70 degrees Celsius using the convection baking function with the door slightly ajar to allow airflow without mold growth. Drying the seeds should take one to two hours subject to their original moisture levels.
You may also use a food dehydrator for completely dehydrating the seeds.
- Check the seeds: The seeds will be ready once they feel dry and firm to a gentle touch. Be careful not to burn them.
- Storage: Store the seeds in an airtight container after they have cooled completely to keep them fresh.I like to mix them together with the pepper in the table grinder and thus enjoy all the worlds 🙂
Notes
In conclusion:
Drying papaya seeds in the oven is an excellent way to prolong their shelf life and increase their convenience for culinary purposes.
What can be done with the dried seeds?
- Grinding: You can grind the dried papaya seeds in a coffee or table grinder to obtain a coarse powder. This will create an effect similar to black pepper.
- Use in cooking: use the ground papaya seeds as you would black pepper. Add them to soups, salads, meats, and other dishes for a spicy and refreshing seasoning.
- Add to shakes and salads: Look at this wonderful Papaya shake that fixes everything!
- Another common use: Another common use is ground papaya seeds, which can also be incorporated into spice mixes and even used to make vinaigrette dressing for salads.
Papaya seeds are an excellent source of unsaturated fatty acids, which are beneficial in improving heart and kidney health, and they also provide high levels of dietary fiber that support the digestive system and the maintenance of normal blood sugar levels.
Considering these benefits, papaya seeds can be included in the daily diet in the form of crushing, grinding or directly spreading on different foods to enrich the taste and nutritional value.