Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger Recipe

Experience a delightful twist on baked papaya with this Malaysian-inspired recipe! This isn't your average baked papaya; it boasts a vibrant, crunchy topping of pistachios, raisins, and spicy ginger. Customize it to your liking – reduce or omit raisins, substitute almonds for pistachios, or use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter version. This recipe, adapted from a Thai & Asian cookbook, delivers a unique and unforgettable dessert experience. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 252.2 kcal

Protein 10g

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Ingredients for Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger

2 medium papayas
Ginger In Syrup
Amaretti Cookies
1/4 cup raisins (or less, to taste)
Lime
Pistachios
Light Muscovado Sugar
Heavy Cream

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How to Make Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut 2 medium papayas in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
Place papaya halves in a large glass baking dish.
Finely chop 1-inch piece of stem ginger into thin matchsticks.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped ginger, 1/2 cup crushed amaretti cookies, and 1/4 cup raisins (or less, to taste).
Add 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon lime zest, and 2/3 cup chopped pistachios (or substitute with 2/3 cup chopped almonds and extra cookie crumbs).
Stir in 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 4 tablespoons heavy cream (or Greek yogurt).
Mix well to combine.
Evenly divide the filling amongst the papaya halves.
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of reserved ginger syrup (if available) and sprinkle with the remaining chopped nuts.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until papaya is tender and topping is golden brown.
Serve slightly warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

23g

Carbs

11g

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Sweets & Sides Desserts Asian Thai Vegetarian Summer Recipes Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Malaysian Desserts Fruit Asian Nuts Tropical Fruit Papaya Brunch Taste Mood Sweet

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger?

Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger?

Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger has approximately 252.2 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger?

The key ingredients for Malaysian Baked Papaya With Ginger are Papayas, Ginger In Syrup, Amaretti Cookies, Raisins, Lime, Pistachios. See the full list with measurements above.