Breadfruit (Sheema Chakka) Stew

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

1. Breadfruit (fresh / frozen) – 1.5 cup, cubed

   Onion – 1/2 small, chopped

   Ginger – 1 tsp, thinly sliced

   Garlic – 2, thinly sliced

   Green chilies – 2, slit

   Curry leaves – 1 sprig

   Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp

   Pepper powder – 1/2 – 3/4 tsp

   Coriander powder – 3/4 tsp

   Fennel powder – 1/2 – 3/4 tsp

   Salt – To taste

   Water – As required

2. Thick coconut milk – 1/4 cup (or 2 tbsp canned coconut milk mixed with enough water)

3. Coconut oil – 2 tsp

    Mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp

    Dry red chilies – 2

    Curry leaves – A few

    Pearl onions – 2, thinly sliced

Method

1. Cook the ingredients numbered 1 in a vessel. Cook covered at medium-low heat until done. When done, add thick coconut milk. Add little hot water if it is very thick. Bring to a slow boil and switch off.

2. Heat oil in a small pan. Splutter mustard seeds and fry dry red chilies. Add the sliced pearl onions and fry until they turn brown. Add the curry leaves and fry for a few seconds. Pour the seasoning over the prepared stew. Serve hot with rice/chapatis.