Jackfruit Thoran

Method

1. 1

   Prepare raw jackfruit: Use 300g canned young green jackfruit or fresh raw jackfruit. If using fresh, oil your hands and knife. Cut into small pieces.

2. 2

   Parboil: Boil jackfruit pieces in salted water with half tsp turmeric for 15 minutes until completely tender. Drain. Shred slightly with fingers.

3. 3

   Make coconut mixture: Mix half cup freshly grated coconut with half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp cumin, 2 green chillies and 3 shallots.

4. 4

   Heat coconut oil: Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a wide pan.

5. 5

   Splutter mustard seeds: Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cover until all pop.

6. 6

   Add aromatics: Add 2 dried red chillies and curry leaves. Fry 20 seconds.

7. 7

   Add jackfruit: Add cooked jackfruit. Season with salt.

8. 8

   Fry: Toss on medium-high heat 4-5 minutes until jackfruit gets slightly golden edges.

9. 9

   Add coconut mixture: Add coconut mixture. Toss well 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve: Jackfruit thoran has a meaty texture. Serve with steamed rice.