Sweet papayas and tart tomatillos combine in this unique fruit relish. Serve hot or cold with lamb, pork, hamburgers, stews, curries.

Heat oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat. Add onion, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring often, until onion is soft - about 7 min.

Add tomatillos, papaya, vinegar, sugar and currants. Bring to a boil over high heat; then boil uncovered stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated. 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.

1/4 cup serving 81 calories 1 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates, 2 g total fat, 3 mg sodium.

Elizabeth Rodier Sept 93