Papaya Salad

Papaya is easily available all over India and Thailand. One of my favorite salads is made with papaya. I love the recipe for this salad that is found in most Thai restaurants. It is healthy, tasty and adds exotic flavor to any meal.  I'd like to share my version or the traditional Indian way of making papaya salad.  It is low in fat, packed with antioxidants and high in vitamins.

Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy

Cooking Time: 15 Minutes

Recipe Type: Vegan

Ingredients:

1	Small Slice	Green Papaya (check freshness by denting with finger nail -milk should ooze out)
1	Small	Green Chili cut into piece lengthwise
1	Tsp	Sugar
1	Tsp	Lemon Juice
1/4	Tsp	Turmeric
1/4	Tsp	Mustard Seed
2	Tsp	Oil
1/4	Tsp	Asteofedia (optional)
		Salt to Taste
		Fresh Chopped Cilantro

How to prepare:

1. Wash papaya well. Peel and grate with grater.
2. Add sugar, salt, lemon juice, and mix together.
3. In a small butter warmer add oil. Heat the oil on medium heat.
4. Add mustard seeds, green chili, astofedia and turmeric.
5. Add mixture on top of grated papaya. Add cilantro.
6. Mix it well and serve with your choice of food.

Tips:  Green papaya is available in an Asian store near you.