Atchara
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
205 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Filipino
Atchara
Description
The Atchara recipe uses shredded green papaya, which is salted and left to release its liquid before being squeezed dry. This step preserves a crisp texture during pickling. The pickling solution is a mixture of white vinegar, sugar, and salt heated until dissolved and simmered gently with ginger, onions, garlic, and peppercorns to infuse aroma.
Once combined with the vegetables and raisins, the mixture is transferred into sterilized jars and refrigerated for at least one to two days to develop flavors. The result is a crunchy, brightly flavored condiment featuring sweet, sour, and aromatic notes from the vinegar and spices.
Atchara is typically served chilled as an accompaniment to rich or grilled dishes, adding a refreshing contrast and balance.
Ingredients
- 1 large green papaya peeled, seeded, and shredded, unripe
- salt
- 1 ½ cups white vinegar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 thumb-size ginger peeled and julienned
- 1 small onion peeled and sliced thinly
- 4 cloves garlic peeled and crushed
- 1 tablespoon peppercorns
- ½ small red bell pepper seeded and julienned
- ½ small green pepper seeded and julienned
- 1 large carrot peeled and shredded
- ¼ cup raisins
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shredded papaya and about 2 tablespoons of salt. Allow to sit for about 1 hour or until papaya begins to release liquid. Place papaya in a cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to dispel juices.
- In a sauce pot over medium heat, combine vinegar, sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until sugar and salt are dissolved.
- Add ginger, onions, garlic and peppercorns. Continue to cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine papaya, bell peppers, carrots and raisins. Add pickling solution and toss gently to combine.
- In a sterilized jar, transfer atchara and close with tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days to allow flavors to develop before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 205kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.4g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 2832IU | 57% |
| Vitamin C | 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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