Young Jackfruit In Coconut Milk Recipe - Masak Lemak Nangka

RECIPES OF MALAYSIA

A traditional dish from the northern region of Kelantan, near to its neighbor, Kedah. A unique coconut based curry with the aroma of young jackfruits.

Ingredients :

350 g

200 g

350 ml

6 pieces

3 pieces

1 1/2 cm

1 tsp

1 piece

1 piece

Young jackfruit, peeled and cut into bit-size pieces

Boneless chicken meat, cut into bite-size pieces

Coconut milk

Bird's-eye chilies

Shallots, chopped

Fresh turmeric root or 1tsp ground turmeric powder

Salt

Dried tamarind slice (asam keping)

Small turmeric leaf.

Method :

• Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil, then add jackfruit pieces and continue to boil until it is tender. Drain and set aside. The process should take approx. 8 -10 minutes.
• Process the shallots, chilies and turmeric to a smooth paste in a blender.
• Transfer to a wok or pan and add chicken. Cook over medium heat, for approx. 15 minutes.
• Add the coconut milk, salt and jackfruit..
• Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then simmer uncovered over low heat for another 15 minutes, stirring from time to time.
• Season with salt, tamarind and turmeric leaf and let it simmer for another 5 minutes and remove form heat and transfer to a serving bowl.