Tropical Papaya Salad

Rita~'s Note:

Refreshing, sweet, tropical fruit with the hot bean paste, red chiles and spices.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 lime, juice and zest of
• 1 teaspoon hot bean paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 cup finely diced onion
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups peeled and julienned papayas
• 1 hot red chili pepper, seeded, veined, and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

1. In a bowl combine lime juice, bean paste, sugar, onion, ginger, garlic and salt; mix well. Add papaya, chile pepper, cilantro, toss to combine.
2. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
3. Serve chilled.