Step 1

Cut and Peel the papaya. Dice it into small pieces.

Step 2

Now, heat a saucepan with water and sugar. Let it cook for a minute or two until the sugar dissolves. Add the vanilla essence to the syrup.

Step 3

Add the diced green papaya into the sugar syrup and let it cook covered on medium heat for about 15 minutes. Insert a toothpick or fork into the papaya to see if it is done.

Step 4

Now, transfer it into 3 separate bowls. Make sure to add the syrup as well.

Step 5

Add the food colors of your choice and mix well.

Step 6

Let the cooked papaya bits rest in the colored syrup for about an hour.

Step 7

Now, drain the syrup and remove the Tutti frutti onto a paper towel. Press between the paper towels to remove the excess syrup.

Step 8

Now, transfer it to a parchment-lined baking tray. Spread them well, leaving space in between.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 170 0 F.

Step 10

Let the tutti frutti dry in the oven for 30-40 minutes. The exact time will depend on the size of chopped papaya bits. It took me 35 minutes. Give them a turn once in between to ensure even and complete dehydration. Alternately, let them dry at room temperature for a day or two.

Step 11

Once the tutti frutti has dried completely, take them out of the oven and let them cool completely.

Step 12

Now, transfer these glorious candied raw papaya tutti frutti to an airtight container and enjoy!