Kathal, popularly known as jackfruit are native to south-east asian countries. Being a versatile fruit that is used to prepare sweets, breakfast, snacks, and even vegetables, it is the best alternative for meat due to its texture. If you are a jackfruit lover, this lip-smacking recipe prepared with refined soybean oil showcases an outflow of flavors that’s best enjoyed with family and friends. 

Looking to savor the same in your kitchen? Here’s all you need to know.

Ingredients:

For Marination- 

• 30 raw jackfruits
• 1 cup curd
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 2 tsp kasuri methi
• 2 tsp ginger garlic paste
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 4 tsp Doctors’ Choice Refined Soybean Oil (for frying)

For Curry- 

• 4 tsp cooking oil
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 inch cinnamon 
• 8 cardamom pods
• 14 cloves
• 2 tsp cumin 
• 2 finely chopped onions 
• 2 tsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 2 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 6 finely chopped tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• ½ tsp garam masala
• 4 tsp finely chopped coriander

Instructions- 

• In a large bowl, take 15 pieces of jackfruit. Ensure to soak the fruit in saltwater once chopped to prevent it from getting discolored

• Add ½ cup curd, ½ tsp chili powder, ¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp kasuri methi, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste, ¼ tsp salt, and ½ tsp garam masala

• Mix well and marinate it for 30 minutes

• Heat 2 tbsp Doctor’s Choice Refined Soybean Oil and add the marinated jackfruit

• Fry on a medium flame  until the kathal is cooked well. Remember to keep aside once done

• In a large kadai heat 2 tbsp of oil. Add 2 bay leaves. 1 inch cinnamon, 4 cardamom pods, 7 cloves, and 1 tsp cumin. Saute the mixture until the spices turn aromatic

• Add 1 onion and 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• Saute the onions until they turn golden brown 

• Turn the flame low and add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, and ½ tsp salt

• Saute the same until the spices turn aromatic

• Add 3 tomatoes to the mixture and stir well

• Cook until the tomatoes turn soft

• Add in the fried jackfruit and mix it well

• Add 1 cup of water and mix well to maintain consistency

• Cover and simmer it for 15 minutes or until the jackfruit is cooked well

• Add ¼ tsp garam masala and 2 tsp coriander. Mix all well 

• Enjoy delicious, and authentic kathal ki sabzi with roti or naan