Chakka Puzhukku / Unripe Jackfruit With Coconut and Spices

"Chakka" is the Malayalam word for Jackfruit. And, "Chakka Puzhukk" is a typical Kerala recipe made with unripe Jackfruit, coconut and other spices. 

In Kerala, two varieties of jackfruit predominate: varikka chakka and koozha chakka . Varikka has slightly hard inner flesh when ripe, while the inner flesh of the ripe koozha fruit is very soft and almost dissolving. For preparing this dish, unripe varikka chakka is used. 

People prepare this dish very often during the jackfruit season i.e., between March and June,  and is traditionally served with hot tea. It is also served as a side dish for rice. And, it tastes fantastic. 

So try this next time, and enjoy the flavour of Kerala. :) :)

Check out this video recipe and see how to prepare "Chakka Puzhukku". Watch in HD for better quality.

Ingredients:-

1. Unripe Jackfruit - 1 kg, cleaned and cut into square pieces

2. Coconut - 1 cup, grated

3. Black Pepper - 1 and 1/2 tsp

4. Garlic - 4 - 5, large cloves

5. Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp

6. Shallots - 10 - 15, sliced thin

7. Mustard Seeds - 1/2 tsp

8. Dry Red Chillies - 3 large

9. Curry Leaves - 2 sprigs

10. Coconut Oil - 2 tbsp

11. Water - 1/2 cup or little

11. Salt - As per taste

Preparation:-

1. Coarse grind ingredients from 2 to 5 by adding little salt. 

2. In a thick bottomed vessel, add the raw jackfruit, grounded mixture, water and little salt.

3. Close the lid and cook for approximately 10 minutes or till the jackfruit is cooked.

4. Once cooked, open the lid and mix well. Keep it aside.

5. Heat some oil in a non-stick pan or kadai and splatter some mustard seeds.

6. Add sliced shallots and fry till it becomes translucent.

7. Add dry red chillies and curry leaves. Stir well.

8. When the shallots turn golden brown in color, add the cooked jackfruit. Stir well for few minutes.

9. Serve with hot tea. :)