Atchara (Papaya)

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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
30 mins
Total time
40 mins

Author: Vanjo Merano

Serves: 12

Ingredients
3 to 4 lbs. green papaya, julienned

2 medium sized carrots, julienned

1 large onion, thinly sliced lengthwise

10 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 tbsp whole peppercorn

1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips

1 knob ginger, cut into thin strips

cup salt (to dehydrate papaya)

1 tsp salt (for the brine or syrup)

2 cups white vinegar

1 cups granulated sugar

 2 small boxes raisins

Instructions
1. Place the julienned papaya in a large bowl and combine cup salt then mix until
the salt is well distributed.

2. Cover the bowl and place inside the refrigerator overnight (the salt will dehydrate
the papaya).

3. Place the julienned papaya in a colander or strainer then rinse with running
water.

4. Using cheesecloth (or any cloth) as a container, put the rinsed papaya inside the
cloth and squeeze until all the liquid comes out.

5. Put the papaya back in the large bowl and combine with carrots, garlic, ginger,
onions, whole peppercorn, bell pepper, and raisins

6. Heat the saucepan and pour-in the vinegar and bring to a boil.

7. Add the sugar and 1 tsp salt then stir until well diluted

8. Turn off the heat and allow the syrup to cool down until temperature is low
enough to handle.

9. Place the combined vegetables and spices in a sterilized airtight jar and pour-in
the syrup

10. Seal the jar and place inside the refrigerator for a week (or 5 days minimum to
achieve the expected texture and flavor).

11. Serve cold with fried dishes. Share and Enjoy!

Nutrition Information
Serving size: 12
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