Achara (Pickled Papaya) Recipe

Name: Achara (Pickled Papaya)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 papaya; 1 red bell pepper, julienned; 1 green bell pepper, julienned; 1 medium carrot, julienned, could also be cut in decorative florets; 5 shallots, sliced thinly crosswise; 1 large garlic clove, sliced thinly crosswise; 1 inch gingerroot, julienned; 1/4 cup raisins (optional); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; Pickling Solution; 1 cup vinegar; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 papaya
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 green bell pepper, julienned
1 medium carrot, julienned, could also be cut in decorative florets
5 shallots, sliced thinly crosswise
1 large garlic clove, sliced thinly crosswise
1 inch gingerroot, julienned
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
Pickling Solution
1 cup vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt

1
Peel the papaya and discard seeds. Shred using a vegetable grater or a cheese grater with bigger holes.
2
Put the shredded papaya in a bowl, sprinkle with the teaspoon of salt and toss. Let sit for 30 minutes to an hour, then squeeze by the handfuls, discarding the juice.
3
In a sauce pan - mix together the pickling solution and bring to boil stirring until sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
4
Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
5
Put everything in a bowl and pour the cooled pickling solution on top and mix well.
6
Refrigerate, covered or transfer into jars and let cure for a day or so before serving.
7
Enjoy!
8
*Prep time includes soaking and sitting the papaya with the salt.

285

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 papaya, 1 red bell pepper, julienned, 1 green bell pepper, julienned, 1 medium carrot, julienned, could also be cut in decorative florets, and more.

Yes, Achara (Pickled Papaya) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Achara (Pickled Papaya)

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