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Papaya Gazpacho

Ingredients

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Serves
6

2 lb chilled ripe papayas

1/2 tsp habanero chili, minced, seeded

2/3 cup orange juice

3/4 cup vegetable broth

1/2 cup lime juice

1/4 cup shallots minced

1/2 lb shrimp, shelled, cooked

1/2 cup green papaya or cucumber, peeled, seeded

1/2 cup firm-ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro

Method/Steps

1. Peel, seed and cut enough ripe papaya into 1/2 inch cubes to make 1/2 cup; reserve for garnish. Cut remaining papayas into 1-inch cubes. In a blender or food processor, combine 1-inch papaya pieces, chili and orange juice; purée until smooth.

2. Pour purée into a bowl; add broth, lime juice and shallots; mix well.

3. Ladle into wide bowls. Add shrimp, reserved ripe papaya cubes, diced green papaya and avocado. Add salt to taste and sprinkle with cilantro.

Wine and Spirits Match

Enjoy this light gazpacho with a refreshing sparkling wine.