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JACKFRUIT CURRY RECIPE (Instant Pot & Stove-Top)

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Jackfruit Curry Recipe is a delicious vegetarian meat option to satisfy your taste buds. It is easy, can be made in Instant Pot and Stove Top, and pairs perfectly with rice or naan. It is made by adding jackfruit pieces to a creamy curry made with onion, tomatoes, spices, and cream.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 12 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot
Air Fryer
Frying Pan

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Open the can and strain the liquid form the jackfruit.
  • Dry Jackfruit pieces using a paper towel. You can either use the jackfruit pieces or you can shred them like pulled pork using a fork or your fingers.
    (Note: You can air fry or shallow-fry the jackfruit pieces. Air- Fry at 400 degrees for 10- 12 minutes. You can deep-fry too if you prefer).
  • In a blender add tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and green chili (optional). Blend it until the tomatoes are pureed.

INSTANT POT COOKING:

  • Press Saute and add oil to the Instant Pot. Now add cumin seeds & mustard seeds to it. When they change splutter then add chopped onions to it.
  • When onions start to turn golden in color, add pureed tomatoes to them. Fry for 3-5 minutes or until oil starts to separate.
  • Add spices (Garam Masala Powder, Mango Powder, Kashmiri Red Chili Powder, and Red Chili Powder). Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Add water and de-glaze the pot.
  • Now add fried Jackfruit pieces, salt, and more water (if needed). Mix and close the lid.
  • With vent at the sealing position, pressure cook for 2-3 minutes. Once the timer beeps, do NPR (No Pressure Release) for 5 minutes, then Quick Release, that is, set the vent at th eventing position.
  • Once the valve goes down and is safe to open, then open the lid and mix everything.
  • Add honey and yogurt/cream/coconut milk to it. Add Kasuri Methi and spinach leaves and simmer for 1-2 minutes or until you get desired consistency.
  • Garnish with cilantro & lemon juice and serve with rice or naan.

STOVE-TOP COOKING:

  • Add oil to the skillet. When the oil is hot, add cumin seeds & mustard seeds. When they splutter, add chopped onions and fry for 2-3 minutes until they change color.
  • When onions start to turn golden in color, add pureed tomatoes to them. Fry for 3-5 minutes or until oil starts to separate.
  • Add spices (Garam Masala Powder, Mango Powder, Kashmiri Red Chili Powder, and Red Chili Powder). Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Now add fried Jackfruit pieces, salt, and water. Mix and cover the pot.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes at low heat until you get desired consistency (add more water, if needed). Add honey and yogurt/cream/coconut milk to it. Add Kasuri Methi and spinach leaves and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Garnish with cilantro & lemon juice and serve with rice or naan.

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Notes

TIPS
  1. Always use young or green canned Jackfruit soaked in water or brine and not that is dipped in sugar syrup.
  2. Add green chili as per your taste and preference. I haven't added any green chilis as I have a 6-year old who hates spicy food.
  3. You can add full-fat coconut milk or light coconut milk. Or you can also use cream, cashew paste, or yogurt to bring the creamy flavor.
  4. When using Instant Pot, de-glaze the pot when tomatoes are done. Doing this prevents you from getting the BURN notice.
  5. Use diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes to bring the bright red color to the Curry.
  6. Adding greens like spinach or kale is optional.
  7. You can fry jackfruit pieces before adding them to the Curry for a rich flavor. You can also air fr them.
How to Store Jackfruit Curry? Can I freeze it?
You can store Jackfruit Curry in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days once it cools down. Or you can also keep it in the freezer for 3-6 months in a freezer-safe container or bags like ZipTops.
How to reheat the Curry?
You can defrost the freezer stored Curry in the fridge overnight. And heat it on the stove-top at medium heat by stirring continuously. You can also heat it in the microwave for 2-3 minutes at high heat.
Can I add protein to the Curry?
Yes, you can add a protein like chickpeas, grilled tofu, or paneer to the Curry.
What to Serve it with?
You can serve this Jackfruit Curry with a bowl of steamed rice (white/ brown) or quinoa. You can also serve with Indian Flatbread like Chapatti, Naan, Poori, or Kulcha, some coriander, sliced onion, green chutney, and lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts
JACKFRUIT CURRY RECIPE (Instant Pot & Stove-Top)
Serving Size
 
1 Servings
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
100
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
54
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
267
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
1083
IU
22
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
33
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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