JACKFRUIT SEEDS’ HEALTH BENEFITS
Jackfruit seeds are often overlooked, but they are packed with health benefits.
good source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, zinc, and phosphorus Boosts Immunity Aids Digestion Promotes Heart Health Helps Control Blood Sugar Promotes Skin Health Strengthens Bones Aids in Weight Loss
CRUSH THE SEED WELL BEFORE COOKING
Always crush the palakottai well and remove the outer white shell. You can cook the seeds with brown skin.
How to remove the outer shell
If the shell is properly dried it comes off easily. You can microwave for a few minutes to remove it. I sometimes use a sharp knife to remove the skin.
ALWAYS pressure COOK JACKFRUIT SEEDS
Jackfruit seeds are dense and hard, and they require a longer cooking time compared to other vegetables. Use a pressure cooker or instant pot to cook. Avoid open-pot cooking. Also, avoid adding salt for proper cooking.
COOKING OIL FOR PORIYAL?
I would recommend coconut oil for vegan coconut-based Indian poriyal. You can add any oil of your choice.
FEW VARIATIONS FOR jackfruit seeds COCONUT STIR FRY
You can use,
red chilli or green chilli instead of chilli powder Sambar powder also gives a nice flavor Chana dal for tempering Skip onion; prepare poriyal add ginger powder while adding coconut Almond flour instead of coconut
ingredients
Pressure cook
300 grams palakottai | jackfruit seeds 1 cup water
To temper
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil 1 teaspoon urad seeds 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds Curry leaves Poriyal Small onions 1/4 cup coconut 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder Curry leaves Asafoetida
How to make palakottai curry with step-by-step pictures
First, remove the outer shell of the jackfruit seeds Add the seeds and water; pressure cook for 6 whistles
Do natural pressure release Press and make sure the seeds are well cooked
Chop to your desired size Add oil and heat
Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and splutter
Furthermore add ginger, curry leaves, small onion, and asafoetida; saute till the onion turns translucent
Add coconut, required Salt, turmeric powder, and chilli powder; saute for 2 minutes
Add palakottai; mix well and cook for 2 minutes
