Lotus Steam (कमल ककड़ी)

Raw Papaya or Green Papaya belongs to family Caricaceae. It is green from outside and white from inside and is of pea or club shape but is hollow.  Botanical name of papaya is Carica papaya and commonly known as papeeta in Hindi. Yellow Papaya is fruit but Green papaya is considered as vegetable. The vegetable is available across the country and is of great significance.
Nutritional Content:
•    Vitamin A and C
•    Minerals
-    Calcium
-    Magnesium
-    Iron
•    Carbohydrate
-    Sugar
•    Dietary Fiber
•    Low Protein
•    Zero Fat
Green papaya is very important source of medicinal remedy. Dietary intake of raw papaya daily makes skin smooth and beautiful. Milk of raw papaya promotes function of digestive system, especially liver.
Consumption Methods:
•    Raw
•    Boiled
•    Milk
•    Sauté with oil (preferably olive oil)