Chakka Puzhukku | Jackfruit Stir Fry | Chakka Kuzhachathu

Chakka Puzhukku is a tasty traditional styled delicacy from the region in Malabar, a scenic coastal state in South India. The delicious dish is also a symbol of local flavors and cultural heritage and hold a special place in the hearts of people. The basic ingredient for preparing Jackfruit Stir Fry is raw jackfruit or ‘Chakka’ as termed in Kerala. Jackfruits are abundantly available in Malabar regions of Kerala. With its cultural importance and uniqueness, Chakka Kuzhachathu deotes the essence of Malabar. In olden times, Chakka Puzhukku was regarded a staple dish during important occasions, especially harvest festival. The preparation was deeply rooted in the cultural and agricultural practices of Malabar. The key ingredient for preparing Jackfruit Stir Fry is ripe jackfruit called ‘chakka’ in Malayalam language. The fruit into chopped into small pieces and steam cooked for 15 minutes. There are a series of essential ingredients that goes into the making of the dish.

Spicy flavorings and ingredients are added to the cooked jackfruit and mashed well. Now we are reaching the completion and we have to temper the dish. Coconut oil is essential for seasoning that adds a rich aroma to the dish. Mustard seeds are spluttered and dry red chillies and curry leaves are added to the oil. The fried seasoning is poured into the mashed chakka and mixed well. Put off the flame and serve Chakka Puzhukku hot. The dish was traditionally served on banana leaves that added a natural and fresh aroma to the dish. The dish can be served as a standalone dish or served with Malabar specialties like chicken or fish curries. The earthy and humble flavors of the dish makes it a cherished dish both among the locals and tourists as well. Jackfruits are nutritious, rich in vital nutrients required for body. You can explore a well detailed Chakka Puzhukku recipe here.

Chakka Puzhukku | Jackfruit Stir Fry | Chakka Kuzhachathu

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Kerala

Servings 4 People

Ingredients

  

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• 3 Cups Jackfruit
• Salt as required
• 1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 Tsp Chilli powder
• 1/4 Cup Hot water
• 3 Nos. Green chilly
• 5 Nos. Shallots
• Curry leaves Few
• 10 Tbsp Grated coconut
• 3 Tbsp Coconut oil
• 3 Nos. Dried Red chilli
• 1/2 Tsp Mustard seeds
• Curry leaves Few

Instructions

 

• Cut the jackfruit into medium sizes, add little turmeric powder and salt to it.
  
• Mix well.
  
• Steam cook it for 10-15 minutes.
  
• Crush shallots and green chilly.
  
• Take a bowl and add grated coconut, curry leaves, crushed shallots, green chilly and little turmeric powder. Combine well.
  
• Add it into the cooked jackfruit. Add little hot water and mash well. Adjust the salt.
  
• Now we have to temper the stir fry. Heat oil and splutter mustard seeds.Then break 3 dried red chillies and add it into the oil. Finally add some curry leaves and turn off the flame.
  
• Add this into the Puzhukku mixture and mix well.
  
• Serve!
  

Notes

You can visit this link Chakka Unniyappam. You can also visit this link Chakka Ela Ada.

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