Rouxbe

• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp black sesame seeds

In a pan over medium heat, toast sesame seeds until lightly golden brown.

Transfer to plate and let cool.

• 1 small ripe firm papaya

Cut the both ends of the papaya. Place the base of the papaya on a chopping board. Peel with a chef's knife from top to bottom.

Cut in half and remove seeds and scrape the fiber with a spoon.

Cut into 1/4-inch dice. Transfer to a bowl.

• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped
• 1 tsp chili oil*
• 1 tsp pure black sesame oil
• 2 tsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Add all the ingredients to a bowl with the papaya along with the toasted sesame seeds.

Allow the salsa to sit for 30 minutes. Serve with your choice of protein.

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