Papaya / Omakka/ Kappalanga Mezhukkupuratty

 

 

Ingredients

1. Omakka / papaya - 1 medium, cut into 1 - 1.5 inch pieces lengthwise

2. Turmeric powder -  1/4 tsp

3. Chilly powder – 1/2 tsp

4. Onion – 1/2 small, sliced (You can replace it with 10 – 12 pearl onions, crushed or sliced)

5. Coconut oil – 2 – 3 tsp or to taste

6. Salt – To taste

Method

1. Peel the papaya and remove the seeds inside. Cut into 1 – 1.5 inch pieces lengthwise. Cook the pieces adding enough salt, around 1/2 cup water, turmeric powder and little chilly powder. Cook covered until done and the water completely evaporates.

2. Heat oil in a frying pan. You can splutter mustard seeds, if you want. Add onion, stir-fry for a minute. Add the papaya pieces and stir-fry for 5 – 7 minutes until lightly browned on the edges, at medium heat. Serve with rice and any gravy.