Name: Pepe Sheddo (Raw papaya Bharta - Bengali Style) recipe by Bethica Das at BetterButter
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 1 small raw / green papaya, roughly chopped; 1-2 tbsp. mustard oil; 2 whole dry chilies, broken into half; 1 tsp. nigella seeds (kalonji); salt to taste; 1-2 tbsp. coriander leaves

ABOUT Pepe Sheddo (Raw papaya Bharta - Bengali Style) RECIPE

This is a very simple no-fuss recipe which is enjoyed with only plain steamed rice. It is a great comfort food for me when time is a constraint. This quick and simple side dish is so satisfying and heavenly. Having it with just some ghee or mustard oil is simply yummy. It can be also termed as papaya bharta in simple terms.

Ingredients Serving: 3

1 small raw / green papaya, roughly chopped
1-2 tbsp. mustard oil
2 whole dry chilies, broken into half
1 tsp. nigella seeds (kalonji)
salt to taste
1-2 tbsp. coriander leaves

Instructions

Pressure cook the papaya for 3-4 whistles. Mash or grate it and keep aside. Heat oil in a pan and temper with nigella seeds and red chilies. Saute for a few seconds.
Add the onion and salt. Fry till light brown. Add it to the boiled papaya and mix well. Serve with plain steamed rice.

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