Raw papaya halwa

• Servings:
• Preparation time: 10 minutes.
• Frying time: 5-6 minutes.
• Cooking time: 25-26 minutes.
• Total time: 42 minutes.

Sweet is the memory of our childhood, sweet is the memory of our college life, sweet is the memory of our wedding. Some memories are sweet, especially our Kudankulam memories .

Let’s celebrate those memories; one of my favorite homemade sweets ‘Raw Papaya Halwa’.

In our garden in Kudankulam, we had a beautiful papaya plant that grew lush and tall, bearing plenty of raw fruits throughout the year. I cooked with those raw papayas many times, turning them into various dishes especially raw papaya halwa, which became a family favorite.

Each time I made it, the aroma would fill the kitchen, and it brought a special kind of warmth and joy. Today, whenever I prepare raw papaya halwa, it brings back those lovely memories of our garden.

The early morning walks among the greenery, picking fresh papayas and the happiness of turning homegrown produce into something delicious. It’s more than just a dish to me; it’s a piece of my Kudankulam life served on a plate.

Raw Papaya Halwa is a unique and wholesome Indian dessert that beautifully blends tradition with nutrition. Its delightful taste, is making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy healthy yet innovative sweets.

Typically known for its use in savory dishes like Raw Papaya and Potato Kofta Curry, Raw Papaya Curry withPoppy Seed, Raw Papaya with Peanut, Raw Papaya Bhujia, Raw Papaya ki Sabji, Raw Papaya Raita.

One of the biggest benefits of this halwa is its easy digestibility and high fiber content. It is an excellent option for fasting (vrat) days and also fits well into satvik diets. Simple to make yet deeply satisfying in taste, raw papaya halwa is an underrated delicacy that, once tasted, often becomes a favorite.

Whether you’re looking to impress your guests or treat your family to something nourishing and sweet, this halwa serves both purposes with charm.

Ingredients:

• Raw papaya: 500 gm
• Sugar: 200 gm
• Butter/Ghee: 2 tablespoon
• Khoa: 100 gm.
• Milk: ½ liter
• Clove: 4-5 no.
• Green cardamom: 4-5 no.
• Almond/dry fruits: 50 gm.
• Chandi ka vark: optional
• Edible colour (apple green): 1-2 drop (optional).

Preparation:

1.  Peel off and grate the raw papaya with the help of grater/food processor, keep aside.

Method:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan; add crushed green cardamom and clove, sputter for few seconds; add grated raw papaya stir fry on medium flame for couple of minutes. Add milk and cover it with lid. Further cook on low flame for 8 to 10 minutes, keep stirring every 2-3 minutes.
2. When all milk gets evaporated; add sugar and cook about 5-7 minutes, until it gets the consistency of halwa, add Khoa and butter, cook about 5-7 minutes until desired consistency.
3. Add dry fruits stir fry for a minute. Put off the flame; add edible colour Garnish with cardamom powder and almond. Decorate with Chandi ka verak, delicious ‘Raw papaya halwa is ready to be served.

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Raw papaya halwa by Nag Ratna Sahu is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.