ACHARA (PICKLED PAPAYA)

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My grandma used to make this on a weekly basis to give to friends and relatives. :) This is a perfect accompaniment to grilled/barbecued chicken, pork, fish, etc... The list is endless!

Provided by Kikais Kitchen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

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
1 cup vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Peel the papaya and discard seeds. Shred using a vegetable grater or a cheese grater with bigger holes.
  • 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.
  • In a sauce pan - mix together the pickling solution and bring to boil stirring until sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Put everything in a bowl and pour the cooled pickling solution on top and mix well.
  • Refrigerate, covered or transfer into jars and let cure for a day or so before serving.
  • Enjoy!
  • *Prep time includes soaking and sitting the papaya with the salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 787.7, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 38.1, Protein 1.2

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