Sweet & Spicy Papaya Chutney
Servings: 4
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Tingle your taste buds with the sweet and spicy papaya chutney. A great source of vitamins and minerals. Try out this easy-to-cook recipe to spice up your weekday meals.
Ingredients
- 500 gms papaya diced
- 1/2 cup mustard oil
- 2 tsp mustard seeds (sarson)
- 1 tsp fenugreek seeds (methi dana)
- 2 tbsp fennel seeds (saunf)
- 1/2 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)
- 1/4 tsp hing asafoetida (hing)
- 2 medium onions finely chopped
- 2-3 chopped green chillies
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black salt (kala namak)
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 tbsp cumin powder (jeera)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 6 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp crushed green cardamoms
- 1 tsp garam masala powder
Instructions
- To begin, de-seed, peel, and dice the papaya into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat mustard oil in a pan to the smoking point and let it cool a bit. Add mustard seeds (sarson), fenugreek seeds (methi dana), fennel seeds (saunf), nigella seeds (kalonji), and asafoetida (hing). Allow them to splutter.
- Add in finely chopped onions and green chillies. Saute until the onions are translucent.
- Add in the diced papaya. Mix well.
- Next, add in the dry masalas – salt, black salt (kala namak), black pepper powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and cumin powder (jeera). Saute. Add a bit of water if required, cover with a lid, and cook until the papaya soften a bit.
- Next, add in brown sugar and white vinegar. Cook until the sugar melts, the liquid dries up a bit, and oil starts appearing on the sides.
- Finish with crushed green cardamoms and garam masala powder. Mix well.
- The Sweet & Spicy Papaya Chutney is ready to serve. Enjoy with puris or parathas.
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Notes
- Make sure the papaya is not overripe or the chutney will turn mushy
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October 7, 2023 @ 5:09 pm
I don’t like papaya at all. But I know it is healthy and have to eat. It look tempting. Khatta and meetha combination always hit. Will try it soon.
October 8, 2023 @ 5:22 pm
My mouth is watering Madhu Ma’am… soooo yummy😋. I haven’t ever had papaya chutney n I didn’t think it is possible to make it either. We usually make such chutneys (recipe is a little different) with tamarind, mango, dates and last time I tried with star fruits cuz they were too sour to eat as fruits… it turned out really tasty.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:09 pm
Thank you so much Beta 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 12:57 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 7, 2023 @ 6:01 pm
Even before I read the recipe, I saw your reels. It’s on my list to make soon. I like chutneys and dips and this one seems to be good for giving that sweet-sour taste.
October 9, 2023 @ 12:56 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 7, 2023 @ 9:31 pm
I cook so much but failed at pickles 🙁
And I steer clear of Papaya, don’t like to even peel and cut
October 9, 2023 @ 12:55 pm
😊
October 7, 2023 @ 10:36 pm
I am a big fan of ripe Papaya and if opportunity given I can end up eating a full big sized papaya. But papaya chutney I am hearing for the first time and it sounds interesting to me. At my father’s place we have many papaya tree and I will share this recipe with my mom. I never shared this fact that my mom is a brilliant pickle maker and her Chutneys are super yummy. Thank you so much for the recipe.
October 9, 2023 @ 12:54 pm
Thank you so much Beta. Do share it with your mother 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 9:14 am
That recipe is seriously tempting 🤤, I actually want to try this. Adding papaya to many foods enhances the flavors. I remember I had once thai salad which had papaya and I actually relished it.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:13 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 9:47 am
This is such a unique find, ma’am! I haven’t come across something like this before. My daughter is a big fan of pumpkin ki sabji, so I’m quite confident that she’ll absolutely adore this chatni too. It’s always exciting to discover new recipes that can become family favorites. Thanks for sharing!
October 9, 2023 @ 1:12 pm
Thank you so much Beta. Do try it out. Hope she enjoys it 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 12:55 pm
I love how versatile chutneys can be; they can complement so many dishes. I’m already imagining how this papaya chutney might go perfectly with grilled chicken or as a dip for crispy samosas.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:10 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 8:01 pm
I have made varieties of Papaya recipes. But I have never tried a Papaya chutney. This is so tempting. I am trying this sweet and spicy dish
October 9, 2023 @ 1:08 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 10:52 pm
This was soo good. Quite a unique recipe but high on flavors. I could have it by the spoonful guilt-free.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:07 pm
Thank you so much Beta 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 3:51 pm
This I think would be a perfect pickle for all types of breads. Your passion for cooking always gives me h🤩ppiness.
October 9, 2023 @ 6:55 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 8, 2023 @ 10:55 pm
Wow, this papaya chutney sounds good and with all the ingredients must have an amazing flavour. Will definitely try this with raw papaya.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:07 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 12:01 am
My mom in law made it just yesterday, same recipe I guess, I need to ask her.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:16 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 8:38 am
I love the combination of sweet and Spicy in food and love to try your recipe. Thank you for sharing.
October 9, 2023 @ 1:15 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 1:02 pm
To be honest I don’t like papaya. The smell of it is off-putting. I am gonna try this recipe though for family cz they love this fruit!
October 9, 2023 @ 1:14 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 2:13 pm
Aunty, papaya doesn’t even figure in my list of fruits 🙂 but you have given a wonderful recipe for it. I’m tempted to give it one try at least. Thanks for sharing.
October 9, 2023 @ 6:57 pm
Thank you so much Beta. Do try it out 😊
October 9, 2023 @ 3:33 pm
Lovely recipe! Now that my tastebuds can take much spice than before which makes this more appetizing. Our filipino version which is the only thing I could think of that is similar is more on a sour and sweet side.
October 9, 2023 @ 6:56 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 10, 2023 @ 1:19 am
Raw papaya is an integral part of Bengali cuisine, something which doesn’t exist in North Indian dishes. I love This papaya salad. And now I will try this recipe of yours.
October 10, 2023 @ 10:28 am
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 11, 2023 @ 9:55 pm
My taste buds are getting active to taste this chutney asap
October 16, 2023 @ 6:34 am
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
January 17, 2024 @ 6:53 pm
I love chutneys. Will definitely try this.
January 27, 2024 @ 11:34 am
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊