Kerala Style Raw Papaya Thoran is a quick and easy vegetarian side dish for your main courses. Now a days I was looking out for some different veggies to have with rice and landed right in front of this Raw Papaya. This Kerala Style Raw Papaya Thoran tastes almost same as cabbage thoran. So let's see how to prepare it. Papaya is a very nutritious vegetable rich in vital nutrients required for body. Papaya should be included in your menu chart for healthy tomorrows. You can find papaya trees in abundance in Kerala. Almost every house has a papaya tree in its backyard. It doesn't require much effort for cultivation. Even water is not required. You can explore a well detailed recipe here that can be easily prepared at home.
For preparing the healthy dish, first grate the papaya. Do not grate too thin.
Heat oil in a deep pan. Splutter mustard and add grated papaya, salt and turmeric powder. Saute for 4-5 minutes.
Grind grated coconut and chillies into a coarse paste.
Add the coconut mixture and mix well and cover for a few minutes. Then open the lid and stir fry until dry. The whole method won't take more than 10 – 15 mts.
Serve hot with rice. Enjoy the healthy side dish with your family. Chart out the dish in your weekly menu and make it a point to prepare it at least once a week. Boost up nutrition for healthy tomorrows.
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Adeela Shamnas
My name is Adeela,a home maker and a busy mother of two lovely kids.I am originally from Calicut,Kerala,India. Basically I'm an interior designer but I love to think about,read about and share and eat food.
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