Spicy Papaya Carrot Salsa Food

SPICY PAPAYA-CARROT SALSA

Steps:

• Bring the water, chayote, and carrots to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add vinegar, chiles, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, until chayote and carrots are tender, 20 to 25 minutes, adding papaya after 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Process one-third of mixture in a food processor; return to saucepan, and stir to combine. Season with more salt, if desired. Salsa can be refrigerated up to 2 weeks in an airtight container; let cool completely before storing. Serve cold, at room temperature, or warm (reheat over medium).
• (Per Serving)
• Calories: 16
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Carbohydrates: 3.7g
• Protein: .4g
• Sodium: 7.4mg
• Fiber: 1g

STEAK WITH SPICY PAPAYA-CARROT SALSA

Steps:

• Heat a grill (or grill pan) to medium high (if using a charcoal grill, coals are ready when you can hold your hand 5 inches above grate for just 4 to 5 seconds). Rub the steaks all over with the oil; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, dividing evenly, and pepper.
• Grill steaks 1 to 2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to four plates. Serve with avocado and salsa.
• Bring the water, chayote, and carrots to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add vinegar, chiles, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, until chayote and carrots are tender, 20 to 25 minutes, adding papaya after 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Process one-third of mixture in a food processor; return to saucepan, and stir to combine. Season with more salt, if desired. Salsa can be refrigerated up to 2 weeks in an airtight container; let cool completely before storing. Serve cold, at room temperature, or warm (reheat over medium).
• (Per Serving)
• Calories: 343
• Saturated Fat: 3.6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.3g
• Cholesterol: 92mg
• Carbohydrates: 7.5g
• Protein: 41.8g
• Sodium: 134.5mg
• Fiber: 3.8g
• (Per Serving)
• Calories: 16
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Carbohydrates: 3.7g
• Protein: .4g
• Sodium: 7.4mg
• Fiber: 1g

STEAK WITH SPICY PAPAYA-CARROT SALSA

Steps:

• Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Rub steaks all over with the oil and salt; season with pepper.
• Grill steaks, turning once, 1 to 2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to four plates. Divide avocado and sauce among servings.

SPICY PAPAYA-CARROT SALSA

Steps:

• Bring 3/4 cup water, the chayote, and carrots to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add papaya, vinegar, chiles, sugar, and salt. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, until chayote and carrots are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Remove from heat. Process one-third of mixture in a food processor; return to saucepan, and stir to combine. Serve warm, cold, or at room temperature.