This Papaya In Cinnamon Syrup is a delightful tropical preserve that transforms firm, green papayas into a glossy, jewel-toned delicacy. By layering the fruit with sugar and a fragrant cinnamon stick, the papaya slowly cooks in its own juices, creating a thick, amber syrup that is both sweet and subtly spiced. The texture remains pleasantly firm yet tender, making it an excellent accompaniment to rich cheeses, yogurt, or as a standalone dessert. Perfect for entertaining, this recipe requires minimal active effort but benefits from overnight chilling to allow the flavors to fully meld. It is a vegan-friendly treat that brings a touch of exotic elegance to any table, offering a refreshing contrast to heavier dishes.
Papaya In Cinnamon Syrup
Description
This Papaya In Cinnamon Syrup is a delightful tropical preserve that transforms firm, green papayas into a glossy, jewel-toned delicacy. By layering the fruit with sugar and a fragrant cinnamon stick, the papaya slowly cooks in its own juices, creating a thick, amber syrup that is both sweet and subtly spiced. The texture remains pleasantly firm yet tender, making it an excellent accompaniment to rich cheeses, yogurt, or as a standalone dessert. Perfect for entertaining, this recipe requires minimal active effort but benefits from overnight chilling to allow the flavors to fully meld. It is a vegan-friendly treat that brings a touch of exotic elegance to any table, offering a refreshing contrast to heavier dishes.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and seed the firm papayas, then cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick strips.
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In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, spread 2/3 cup of the sugar over the bottom.
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Add the cinnamon stick to the sugar layer.
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Top the sugar and cinnamon with half of the papaya strips.
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Sprinkle 2/3 cup of the remaining sugar over the papaya layer.
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Add the remaining papaya strips on top of the sugar.
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Top the final layer of papaya with the remaining 2/3 cup of sugar.
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Cover the saucepan and cook over moderately low heat, shaking the pan occasionally but not stirring, for 35 to 45 minutes until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Remove the lid and simmer the papaya strips for 10 minutes, or until they begin to appear translucent.
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Let the mixture cool completely in the pan, then cover and chill overnight.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 526.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.3g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.7mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 140.2g47%
- Dietary Fiber 13.2g53%
- Sugars 120.5g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: The papaya in cinnamon syrup keeps, covered and chilled, for up to 1 month.
Tip: Shaking the pan occasionally helps dissolve the sugar evenly without breaking the papaya strips. Do not stir with a spoon to maintain the texture.
Serving: Serve chilled as a dessert with a dollop of coconut cream or as an elegant appetizer paired with mild cheeses.
