Jack fruit is a delicacy in Malvan/konkan region.Jack fruit Seeds are stored tand used throughout the year.They are high in complex carbohydrates, fiber,vitamin A and C.

They can be enjoyed  just by boiling or roasting on charcoal.Traditionally they are added to Dals or pulses like kala Vatana.(Black Vatana).

Yesterday I received a surprise  courier from my Mom from Goa containing goodies from her garden.All home grown organic things.

And these Jack fruit Seeds were a part of it.

So they being my favorite….I made this amazing and simple vegetable….using new Malvani masala(home made) also a part of the surprise  courier.

So here goes the authentic recipe.

Ingredients :

1 cup chopped Aathlya(Jack fruit seeds)

1 Big Onion chopped  finely.

3 tbsp Vatan (https://udarbharna.com/glossary)

1 tbsp Malvani Masala.(https://udarbharna.com/?s=Malvani+masala)

1/4 tsp Haldi powder.

1 tbsp Oil.

Salt to taste.

Method :

Peel and cut Jack fruit seeds into 4 pieces.

Wash it clean soaking in water.

In a pressure pan,heat oil,add onion and cook till transulent.

Add,Haldi and Malvani masala,add vatan,fry for a minute or till oil starts separating.

Add chopped Jack fruit seeds,add salt and mix well.Add half a cup of water.

Close the lid and pressure cook till 3 whistles.

Let it stand till pressure is released completely.

Remove in a serving bowl and serve hot with chapati or bhakri.

Happy Cooking !!!

Sameera.