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8 Ways to Cook with Unripe Produce

Is your produce too hard or too green? Don’t let that stop you from eating it

By SAVEUR Editors


Published on April 25, 2016

Green Hummus
Green Hummus

This recipe comes from test kitchen assistant Jake Cohen, inspired by a similar hummus he tried while working at Restaurant Daniel in New York City. Fresh chickpeas provide a vibrant green color and brightness that pair well with the Asian flavors in this dip.

Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

Thai Green Mango Salad (Som Tum Mamuang)
Thai Green Mango Salad (Som Tum Mamuang)

Thai Green Mango Salad (Som Tum Mamuang)

Green Tomato Chow
Green Tomato Chow

On Canada’s Prince Edward Island, firm, underripe green tomatoes are transformed into a tangy-sweet condiment that is often served alongside salt cod cakes. See the recipe for Green Tomato Chow »

Mint and Green Mango Chutney
Mint and Green Mango Chutney

Green mango and aromatic mint combine to delicious effect for this tart, refreshing Indian purée. Green Thai chiles lend a spicy note, while cumin and the garlic-like powder asafoetida give an earthy backbone to the condiment.

Pickled Bananas (Guineos en Escabechea)
Pickled Bananas (Guineos en Escabechea)

Unripe, green bananas pickled in a garlicky brine make a refreshing condiment alongside the roast pork shoulder.

Fish, Green Banana, and Root Vegetable Soup (Tapou)
Fish, Green Banana, and Root Vegetable Soup (Tapou)

Tender root vegetables and fried fish make this garlicky stew a satisfying meal.

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