Green Papaya Avial Kootan | Paccha Papaya Avial

This recipe for Green Papaya Avial Kootan makes its way to the blog courtesy my colleague, Srividya K. Another colleague got Paccha Papaya Thoran for lunch and the conversation turned to the uses of unripe Papaya. Srividya mentioned making Avial with it and so here I come with the recipe.

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Green Papaya Avial | Paccha Papaya Avial Kootan

I have already posted the recipe for the traditional Kerala Avial which is made with a mix of vegetables.

As I had never cooked with unripe Papaya ever before, I was a tad bit apprehensive about how this Paccha Papaya Avial would turn out. My fears, as it were, were unfounded and the Avial was just delicious with a mild flavour of the Papaya.

The success of this venture has also given me the impetus to try the Green Papaya Thoran soon. 🙂

How to Make Green Papaya Avial Kootan | Paccha Papaya Avial

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Kerala Green Papaya Avial Kootan | Paccha Papaya Avial

Aruna

This is the recipe for Green Papaya Avial (Paccha Papaya Avial Kootan), a variation of the traditiona Kerala Avial made with unripe Papaya.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Main

Cuisine Indian, Kerala

Servings 4 People

Ingredients

  

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• 250 Gms Green Papaya
• 1/3 Cup Grated Coconut
• 2 Green Chillies
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
• 1/4 Cup Thick Curd
• Curry Leaves, A Few
• Salt to Taste

Instructions

 

Making the Coconut Paste

• Grind the grated coconut, green chillies and cumin with just a little water to form a coarse paste.
• Set aside.

Preparing the Papaya

• Peel the papaya and cut into 4 pieces.
• Discard any seeds.
• Scrape off the white layer on the inside.
• Cut into 1" cubes.
• Add the Papaya pieces about 1/2 litre water, salt and turmeric.
• Cook covered till the Papaya is transparent and just done. If you cut with a knife, it should be firm but go through the piece.
• If there is excess water, drain it out. 

Putting Together the Green Papaya Avial

• Turn the heat to low.
• Add the curry leaves, coconut paste and coconut oil to the cooked papaya pieces.
• Mix well.
• Add the dahi and salt (if required) to the Avial.
• Mix well.
• Add just a little water, if the Avial is dry.
• Cook over low flame for 3-5 minutes. 
• Turn off the heat and cover.
• Let the Green Papaya Avial Kootan rest for about 10 minutes.
• Serve with hot steamed rice!

Keyword Green Papaya Avial Kootan, Paccha Papaya Avial

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Paccha Papaya Avial Kootan