The Mustard Masala Jackfruit is a spicy preparation that totally masks the raw flavour of jackfruit and turns it into a fiery, tongue-tickling delicacy!
A must-try for spice lovers, this recipe flavours raw jackfruit with a special masala of mustard and red chillies. It is the mustard that gives this dish its characteristic taste, which is not just spicy but pungent in a unique way.
It leaves your palate warm with the heat of the chillies and mustard. Although simple and traditional, the tempering of mustard seeds and urad adds a rich aroma and nice crunch to this flavour-packed treat.
Enjoy it with rice or rotis . You can also have a go at other jackfruit recipes like Jackfruit Curry and Kathal ki Subzi .
Mustard Masala Jackfruit recipe - How to make Mustard Masala Jackfruit
Method- Boil 2 cups of water in a deep non-stick pan, add the jackfruit, turmeric powder and salt, mix well and cover with the lid and cook on medium flame for 15 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Drain and discard the water. Keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
- Add the urad dal, dry kashmiri red chilli and curry leaves and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
- Add the ground masala paste, mix well and cook on medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the jackfruit and ¼ cup of water and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot garnished with coriander.
Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 106 cal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 48.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 5.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 52.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 7.6 mg |
| Folic Acid | 2.6 mcg |
| Calcium | 13.9 mg |
| Iron | 0.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg |
| Potassium | 16 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |