Papaya Lachha Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 kg Raw Papaya
• 1 kg Sugar
• 3/4 litre Water
• A drop of Cardamom Essence

1. Preparation

   • Peel the raw papaya.
   • Cut it into thin, long lachha-style slices.

2. Preparing the Sugar Syrup

   • In a pan, add sugar and water.
   • Heat on medium flame, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
   • Cook until the syrup reaches one-string consistency.

3. Cooking the Papaya

   • Add papaya slices to the sugar syrup.
   • Add a drop of cardamom essence.
   • Cook for 7–8 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent sticking.

4. Cooling & Storing

   • Switch off the flame and allow the mixture to cool completely.
   • Transfer to a clean, dry glass jar.

5. Serving

   • Serve chilled or at room temperature as a sweet salad or dessert.
   • Store refrigerated for longer shelf life.