Stewed Green Papaya

Peel the medium-sized green papaya using a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, then cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.

Cut the papaya halves into 2-3 inch chunks, keeping the pieces uniform in size for even cooking.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and carefully add the papaya chunks.

Simmer the papaya for 12-15 minutes until it becomes tender when pierced with a fork.

Drain the papaya thoroughly in a colander, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking water if needed.

Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it melts and becomes foamy.

Add the drained papaya chunks to the skillet and gently stir to coat with the melted butter.

Sprinkle the dash of nutmeg evenly over the papaya and stir gently to distribute the spice throughout.

Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the papaya is lightly browned and heated through.

Transfer the stewed green papaya to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish.