A new Filipino treat this holiday season which anyone can enjoy! The combination of native fruits soaked in vinegar and sugar which brings fireworks in your mouth.
The good attribute of this delicacy is that it will not be spoiled eventually. You can still serve “atchara” to some other special occasions.
This sweet and sour tasting appetizer is usually served with fried dishes such as fried tapa, longganisa, tocino, and even lechon manok. In addition, this can also give life to dull dishes.
Learn how to prepare this exciting desert by simply following the instructions bellow:
Ingredients:
3 to 4 lbs green papaya, julienned
2 medium sized carrots, julienned
1 large onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
10 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 tbsp whole peppercorn
1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 knob ginger, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup salt (to dehydrate papaya)
1 1/2 tsp salt (for the brine or syrup)
2 cups white vinegar
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
2 small boxes raisins
Procedure:
1. Place the julienned papaya in a large bowl and combine 1/4 cup salt then mix until the salt is well distributed.
2. Cover the bowl and place inside the refrigerator overnight (the salt will dehydrate the papaya).
3. Place the julienned papaya in a colander or strainer then rinse with running water.
4. Using cheesecloth (or any cloth) as a container, put the rinsed papaya inside the cloth and squeeze until all the liquid comes out.
5. Put the papaya back in the large bowl and combine with carrots, garlic, ginger, onions, whole pepper corn, bell pepper, and raisins
6. Heat the saucepan and pour-in the vinegar and bring to a boil.
7. Add the sugar and 1 1/2 tsp salt then stir until well diluted
8. Turn of the heat and allow the syrup to cool down until temperature is low enough to handle.
9. Place the combined vegetables and spices in a sterilized airtight jar and pour-in the syrup
10. Seal the jar and place inside the refrigerator for a week (or 5 days minimum to achieve the expected texture and flavor).
11. Serve cold with fried dishes. Share and Enjoy!
http://panlasangpinoy.com/2009/10/28/pickled-papaya-appetize-atsara-achara-atchara-recipe/
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