Papaya-Tomatillo Relish

This vibrant Papaya-Tomatillo Relish offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors, making it an exceptional accompaniment to hearty dishes. The combination of ripe papaya chunks and tart tomatillos creates a unique texture, while the addition of brown sugar and cider vinegar provides a glossy, rich finish. Aromatic spices like cinnamon and cayenne pepper add warmth and a subtle kick, enhancing the overall profile without overwhelming the fresh fruit notes. Ideal for serving alongside roasted pork, lamb, hamburgers, or even as a side for curries, this relish brings a burst of freshness to your table. It can be enjoyed warm or cold, offering versatility in both presentation and flavor. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this homemade condiment is a delightful addition to any meal, elevating simple dishes with its complex, homemade charm.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 98.9

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Papaya-Tomatillo Relish offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors, making it an exceptional accompaniment to hearty dishes. The combination of ripe papaya chunks and tart tomatillos creates a unique texture, while the addition of brown sugar and cider vinegar provides a glossy, rich finish. Aromatic spices like cinnamon and cayenne pepper add warmth and a subtle kick, enhancing the overall profile without overwhelming the fresh fruit notes. Ideal for serving alongside roasted pork, lamb, hamburgers, or even as a side for curries, this relish brings a burst of freshness to your table. It can be enjoyed warm or cold, offering versatility in both presentation and flavor. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this homemade condiment is a delightful addition to any meal, elevating simple dishes with its complex, homemade charm.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Salad oil
1/2 Small Onion, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1 pound Tomatillos, finely chopped
1 small Papaya cut 1/4 inch chunks
1/3 cup Cider vinegar
1/4 cup Packed brown sugar
1/4 cup Dried currants

Directions

1
Heat salad oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat.
2
Add thinly sliced onion, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper to the pan.
3
Cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 7 minutes.
4
Add chopped tomatillos, papaya chunks, cider vinegar, packed brown sugar, and dried currants to the pan.
5
Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
6
Reduce heat slightly and boil uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the relish thickens.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 98.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.8g6%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 11.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 16.1g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 15.1g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve hot or cold with lamb, pork, hamburgers, stews, or curries.

Pack into hot half-pint containers or into a refrigerator container. Cover tightly.

Makes about 2 half-pints.

Storage time up to 3 weeks in refrigerator.

Note: The original recipe included a fragmented line "/4 cup serving ories 1" which appears to be a typo or incomplete nutritional note and has been omitted for clarity.

Keywords: papaya, tomatillo, relish, sweet, tart, spicy, condiment, pork, lamb, curry, vegan, homemade, quick, easy, fresh, fruit, sauce, side dish, american, cinnamon, cayenne

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/papaya-tomatillo-relish/