Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 5-7 days
Counter then Fridge
- Do not wash until ready to eat
- Leave at room temperature until ripe check for yellowing and slight softness
- Move to fridge once ripe
- Place in perforated bag or crisper
- Keep away from ethylene-sensitive produce
Cut/Prepared storage method for produce that has been cut open (shorter duration, different handling) 2-3 days
Cut Papaya
- Store cut papaya in sealed container in refrigerator
- Optional: add lemon juice to slow browning
Freezing freezing method 6-12 months
Frozen (Cubed)
- Peel, seed, cube, and freeze in single layer
- Transfer to freezer bags
- Best for smoothies, salsas
Protect your produce
This item produces ethylene gas, which can speed up ripening/spoilage of nearby produce.
Fridge Friend absorbs ethylene gas, bacteria, odours, and excess moisture to make your food stay fresh longer.
Revival Tips
Overripe papaya is ideal for smoothies, purees, or baking.
Fun Facts
- Papaya contains papain, an enzyme that tenderizes meat; the seeds are edible and peppery and sometimes used in dressings.