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The most popular dessert combination in São Filipe, this delicacy consists of homemade green papaya jam served together with the island's famous hard goat cheese (queijo de Fogo).
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This dessert combines papayas grown on the volcanic slopes of the island with cheese produced in dairies using traditional methods. It is one of the most prestigious treats offered to guests in São Filipe culture. You can examine the Map section for a list of restaurants.
The perfect harmony of sweet and salty is considered one of the most refined examples of Cabo Verde gastronomy. The slightly acidic and salty structure of the cheese balances the sweetness of the papaya jam.
Ingredients
- 1 large green (unripe) papaya
- 500g granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3-4 cloves
- Sliced hard Fogo goat cheese for serving
Preparation
- Peel the green papaya, remove the seeds, and grate or cut into thin strips.
- Wash the chopped papaya in water to remove bitterness and drain.
- In a pot, prepare a syrup with sugar, a small amount of water, cinnamon, and cloves, then add the papaya.
- Simmer on low heat for about 1 hour until the papaya becomes translucent and thick. Serve chilled with slices of goat cheese.
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