Idichakka Thoran l Tender Jackfruit Curry

idichakka thoran

Idichakka thoran is a popular dish from Kerala, which is made up of tender jackfruit, grated coconut, and some spices.

Ingredients

Raw Jackfruit, peeled and cleaned – 4 cups

Grated coconut  – 1 cup

Cumin seeds     – 1/2 tsp

Green chillies    – 3 nos

Turmeric powder  – 1/2 tsp

Oil    – 1 tbsp

Mustard seeds  – 1 tsp

Dry red chillies – 3 Nos. (Cut into 2 pieces)

Curry leaves – 2 sprigs

Salt

tender jackfruit curry

Method

Pressure cook raw jackfruit with 1-1/2 cups water till one whistle or steam them in a steamer. Remove the water if any, once cooked and give a small whiz through the mixer or mash it.

Coarsely grind grated coconut, green chillies , turmeric powder and cumin seeds.

Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds, dry red chillies and curry leaves. Add ground paste and saute till the raw smell leaves. Now add cooked mashed jackfruit and salt. Lower the flame, close the lid, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Tender jackfruit curry is ready.

Serve with fish curry or as it is.

11 thoughts on “Idichakka Thoran l Tender Jackfruit Curry”

  1. Looks very tasty, perfectly prepared . I love the addition of a spoon of edible coconut oil :):) while garnishing.

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