Papaya Chutney

A popular chutney used with many Indian snacks is the papaya chutney. The tangy, refreshing, and subtle spiciness of this chutney makes it extremely loved everywhere. Chutneys are spicy condiments made of vegetables, fruits, spices, Indian flavoring and sometimes sugar. Here is how you can make the best papaya chutney at home. This recipe stores well. You can store it in a storage container and eat later, and it will still taste as delicious as freshly prepared.

Health Benefits

Papaya is extremely beneficial to the human body. From  treating serious diseases to adding flavor to dishes, papaya can do it all! It is often used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes along with bone problems, cancer, constipation, digestion, and inflammations. Papaya is also used to improve the health of hair and heal external wounds.

Total calories in 120 g: 216

Carbs: 91%, 46 g

Protein: 1%, 0.68 g

Fat: 7%, 3.64 g

Ingredients

cup of peeled and grated raw papaya: 1

green chilies--chopped: 3-4

tbsp mustard seeds: 1/4

A pinch of asafetida

A pinch of turmeric powder (optional)

tbsp cooking oil: 1

tbsp water: 2

salt to taste

How To Make Papaya Chutney

1. In a pan over medium heat, add oil. When the oil has heated a little, splutter mustard seeds and add asafetida.
2. Add chopped green chilies and sauté for 30 seconds, followed by grated papaya and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and let cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Add a splash of water and turmeric powder and mix again. Turn the heat to low and cook covered for 4 to 5 minutes (the papaya should be tender). Keep stirring occasionally to prevent the papaya from sticking to the pan.
4. Transfer the papaya chutney to a serving bowl and enjoy!

Trivia

• Papaya is native to Mexico and Central America, but now it has started growing in many tropical regions.
• Papayas are divided into 2 categories, the Mexican and the Hawaiian.
• Unripe papaya (the green one) contains an enzyme called papain that is known to be a meat tenderizer.
• The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) states that India produces the most papayas all around the world.