Green Papaya Chutney

Ingredients:

Unripe papaya
2 teaspoon minced ginger root
2 teaspoon sliced garlic
200 gm jaggery
a pinch of red chilli powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoon tamarind juice
1 teaspoon garam masala
Water, as required

Methods:

· Wash and peel the unripe papaya; cut into thin slices.

·        Put the papaya slices, ginger and garlic with water in a vessel.

·        Bring the water to a boil, over medium flame.

·        Add the jaggery, salt and a bit of chilli powder.

·    Bring it to a boil over medium heat and then add jaggery, salt and a pinch of red chilli powder and continue cooking for about 5 minutes.

·        Stir in the garam masala and the tamarind juice. Mix thoroughly.

·        Cook for 10 more minutes, or till the desired consistency is achieved.

·    Once the chutney thickens, remove the pan from heat and let it cool.