Kathal ki sabzi is a North Indian dish featuring tender, fried jackfruit sautéed with aromatic spices like cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, and a blend of ground spices. This vegetarian delight offers a rich, flavorful curry that pairs perfectly with roti or rice. The raw jackfruit absorbs the spices beautifully, creating a hearty and satisfying dish popular in Indian cuisine.
Here’s a simple recipe for making kathal ki sabzi:
Ingredients:
- Raw jackfruit (kathal), peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
- Onions, finely chopped
- Tomatoes, chopped
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Green chilies, chopped
- Cumin seeds
- Mustard seeds
- Turmeric powder
- Red chili powder
- Coriander powder
- Garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Oil for cooking
- Oil for frying
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the jackfruit:
- Peel the raw jackfruit and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Remove the seeds and the core.
- Heat Oil on medium heat, once oil is hot enough gently slide the jackfruit pieces and fry until they are tender. Once done drain the oil and set aside.
- Sautéing the spices:
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Adding ginger-garlic paste and tomatoes:
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts separating from the masala.
- Seasoning and spice powders:
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Cooking the jackfruit:
- Add the fried jackfruit pieces to the masala and mix thoroughly to coat the pieces with the spices.
- Simmering:
- Cover the pan and let the jackfruit cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Garnishing:
- Once the jackfruit is tender and the spices are well-incorporated, add garam masala and chopped green chilies. Mix well.
- Finishing touches:
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.
This kathal ki sabzi is a flavorful and hearty vegetarian dish that can be enjoyed as a main course. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
