Papaya at Food Glossary

What is it? Jamaican papaya, is a member of the cherimoya family. It can range from 2 to 6 inches long and looks like a fat, dark-brown banana. The aromatic flesh is pale yellow and peppered with a profusion of seeds. It has a custard like texture and a sweet flavor reminiscent of Jamaican bananas and pears.?

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