Ingredients: 1 small raw papaya/papai/popai, peeled & grated approx. = 2cups 1/4 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts - powdered 1 small lemon, squeezed 1-2 green chilies, chopped salt to taste 1/4 tsp sugar (optional)

Tempering: 1 tsp oil 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1/4 tsp asafoetida 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

Garnish: 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped 1 tbsp fresh coconut (optional)

Method: 1. Mix grated papaya, salt, sugar - if using, powdered peanuts, lemon and chilies together in a bowl. 2. Heat oil in a small saucepan. Add the ingredients for tempering. 3. Drizzle the tempered oil over the salad. 4. Garnish with cilantro and coconut if using.

Note: 1. Do not use ripe papaya.

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