Idichakka Thoran

This post is for "Jack fruit Lovers" Idichakka Thoran, the main ingredient is chakka(Tender Jack fruit )One of my favourite fruit is jack fruit. But the taste is quite different and not everyone think of trying. Some say it's sweet, and some say a jackfruit has a flavour similar to pulled pork, especially when cooked, which got many medicinal values and has been declared as the official fruit of Kerala with the aim of branding the state's produce and taking it across the nation and abroad. 

Ahh enough with knowledge sharing let's come to the point. I got many queries as soon I posted a picture of my dish. So sharing this recipes for my blog lovers especially the beginners who really want to try this dish. And it's the right time, because  it's the time for tender jackfruits.

Idichakka Thoran Recipe – Idinchakka Thoran Recipe – Tender Jack Fruit Stir Fry Recipe

Ingredients :

Tender Jack fruit /Idichakka : 1 small / 1 can which is available in most Indian grocery stores
Ginger : 1 small piece
Garlic : 4 pods
Cumin seeds  : 1/4 tsp
Green Chillies : 2-3
Small onion /Shallots : 4-5

Grated coconut : 1/2 cup

Dry red chilly : 2 broken into 2 pieces

Turmeric powder : 1/2 tsp

Mustard seeds : 1/4 tsp

Curry leaves : 1 sprig

Coconut oil : 1 tbsp

Salt to taste

How to make Idichakka – Idinchakka Thoran | Tender Jack Fruit Stir Fry :

1.  Cut the jackfruit in to small pieces and de-skin them.

2.  Pressure cook the cleaned jackfruit with little water, salt and 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder for 1-2 whistle or cook covered in a pan till soft. (Note : Do not overcook the pieces), when it is done remove from fire, drain it and allow it to cool.

3. Shred the cooked jackfruit piece by pounding them using a smasher or just grind it in a food processor or mixer.

4. Now keep the cooked jackfruit apart.

5. Combine grated coconut, shallots, green chilies, ginger, cumin seeds and grind it

5. Combine the grounded coconut mixture to the shredded jackfruit.

6. Heat coconut oil in a pan ,add dry chilly pieces, add mustard seeds and curry leaves.
7. Now add the coconut jackfruit mix and saute them in medium heat.
8. Cover and cook for couple of minutes in low flame, finally add fresh curry leaves and 1 tsp of coconut oil and saute for a minute, adjust the salt and remove from the fire.
9. Serve with hot steamed rice or kanji and Enjoy!

It is simple to make and very delicious to eat…Do try and Enjoy!