Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida (hing)

1 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

250 g

Raw papaya

grated

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare all the ingredients and keep them ready.

Step 2
~3 min

Grate the raw papaya and set aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil.

Step 5
~3 min

Allow the seeds to crackle.

Step 6
~3 min

Add asafoetida (hing), green chilies, and turmeric powder to the pan.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the grated raw papaya and salt.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir-fry until the papaya softens slightly.

Step 9
~3 min

Turn off the heat and transfer the papitha nu sambharo to a bowl.

Step 10
~3 min

Serve the Raw Papitha No Sambharo as part of a breakfast spread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overcook the papaya; it should retain some of its crunch.

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Khaman Dhokla and Fafda

Serve as a side dish with roti or paratha

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dhokla
Fafda
Thepla

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Gujarat, India

Cultural Significance

A common side dish in Gujarati cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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