8 Ways to Cook with Unripe Produce

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 Mango Salad (Som Tum Mamuang)

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 »

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.

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

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