Chakko
Veg
Vegan
A traditional Konkani dish made from jackfruit and coconut, seasoned with a blend of spices for a unique and flavorful experience.
Cuisines
Konkani
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Jackfruit , raw pieces |
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1 cup | Coconut , grated |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander Seed |
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1 tablespoon | Tamarind , pulp |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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1 handful | Curry Leaf |
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— | Salt , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Chop the raw jackfruit into small pieces.
- 2 In a pan, dry roast the coriander seeds until aromatic.
- 3 Grind the roasted coriander seeds, grated coconut, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and tamarind pulp into a smooth paste using a little water.
- 4 Heat coconut oil in a pan and add mustard seeds.
- 5 Once the mustard seeds splutter, add asafoetida and curry leaves.
- 6 Add the jackfruit pieces to the pan and sauté for a few minutes.
- 7 Add the ground coconut paste to the pan and mix well.
- 8 Add salt to taste and a little water to adjust the consistency.
- 9 Cover and cook on low heat until the jackfruit is tender and the flavors are well combined.
- 10 Serve hot with rice or chapati.
Tips
For a richer taste, you can add a teaspoon of jaggery to balance the flavors.