Green papayas are very good for health. Raw green papayas are rich in vitamins and enzymes. It also contains nutrients and minerals. Since fiber in the raw fruit cleans the body internally of any toxins, eating raw papaya daily helps with skin conditions like acne blemishes and pigmentation. Benefits include soothing menstrual pain & regulating digestion. It is a great food for diabetes. Here is the recipe for Green Papaya Curry.
Ingredients
- Green papaya, cubed - 1 medium size
- Potatoes, cubed - 1 large size
- Green chillies - 3
- Tomatoes, chopped - 1 large size
- Five spice blend (panch foron) - 1/3 tsp
- Dry red chilli - 1
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
- Cumin powder - 1 tsp
- Coriander powder - 1 tsp
- Pepper powder - 1/2 tsp
- Garam masala powder - 1 tsp
- Ghee - 1 tsp
- Salt - to taste
- Sugar - to taste
- Oil - as required
Method
Heat oil in a pan / wok. Add dry red chilli and panch foron. After a few sec, add green papaya and potatoes. Fry for 2 to 3 mins. Add tomatoes, salt, green chillies and turmeric powder. Fry till half cooked. Add cumin-coriander powder, pepper powder, garam masala powder, ghee and sugar. Add warm water and cook till the masala leaves oil. Add some more warm water. Cover the lid. When the gravy becomes thick and papaya & potatoes are fully cooked, serve hot with rice/ roti.
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