Ingredients

• 250 g - chopped idichakka pieces
• 1/4 cup - water
• 1/2 to 3/4 tsp - salt
• For coconut mixture:
• 1 cup ( 100 g ) - grated coconut
• 3/4 tsp - red chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp - turmeric powder
• 10 - cloves
• 1 tsp - finely crushed garlic
• For seasoning:
• 1 tbsp - oil
• 1 tsp - mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp - cumin seeds ( jeera )
• 1/2 tsp - urad dal

How to Make Idichakka ( Raw - Tender Jackfruit ) Thoran

• In a pressure cooker, mix chopped tender jackfruit pieces with 1/4 cup of water and cook on high heat, for 2 whistles. Switch off the heat.
• Allow the cooker to cool naturally and slightly mash the cooked jackfruit pieces.
• For seasoning and final preparation:
• In a wide pan / kadai, heat oil. Add mustard seeds. When they begin to crackle, add cumin seeds and urad dal. Stir for 2 minutes.
• Add cooked idichakka pieces, salt to taste and coconut mixture. Stir well for 2 - 3 minutes ( avoid adding extra water ).
• Cover with a lid and cook on a low to medium heat, for 15 minutes ( stir occasionally ) or till done and water completely dries up and fragrant.
• Serve with rice.
• Recipe Courtesy: Niya's World