Atchara

Name: Atchara
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 4 cups green papaya, shredded; 1 tbsp kosher salt; 1 cup cane vinegar; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 1 medium carrot, julienned; 1/2 red bell pepper, julienned; 2 tbsp raisins; 1 tsp whole black peppercorns

A traditional pickled green papaya relish with sweet and tangy flavors. It adds a crisp, refreshing crunch to rich, savory meals.

35 minEasyServes 890 cal/serving

FilipinoSideStovetopVegetarianVeganPescatarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

4 cups green papaya, shredded
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 cup cane vinegar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
2 tbsp raisins
1 tsp whole black peppercorns

Instructions

1

Toss 4 cups shredded green papaya with 1 tbsp kosher salt in a bowl and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
2

Squeeze the 4 cups shredded green papaya firmly in a clean dishcloth to remove excess water, then place in a large jar.
3

Add 1 medium julienned carrot, 1/2 julienned red bell pepper, 2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger, 4 sliced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp raisins, and 1 tsp whole black peppercorns to the jar with the papaya.
4

In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup cane vinegar and 1 cup granulated sugar to a simmer over medium heat until dissolved.
5

Pour the hot brine over the vegetables, seal the jar, and cool completely before chilling.

Questions

How long does Atchara keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Atchara?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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