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A classic Bengali delicacy where tender raw jackfruit and potatoes are simmered in a fragrant, spicy gravy. This 'vegetarian meat' curry is a flavorful centerpiece for any meal, best enjoyed with steamed rice or luchis.
For 4 servings
Prepare and Boil the Vegetables
Temper Spices and Sauté Aromatics
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A classic Bengali delicacy where tender raw jackfruit and potatoes are simmered in a fragrant, spicy gravy. This 'vegetarian meat' curry is a flavorful centerpiece for any meal, best enjoyed with steamed rice or luchis.
This bengali recipe takes 65 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 307.71 calories per serving with 5.4g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Build the Masala Base
Combine and Simmer the Curry
Finish and Serve
Create 'Echor Chingri' by adding 150g of shelled and deveined prawns. Sauté the prawns with a pinch of salt and turmeric, set aside, and add them to the curry during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
For a richer, creamier texture, replace 1 cup of the hot water with 1 cup of thick coconut milk. Add it towards the end and simmer gently without boiling to prevent it from curdling.
For a 'niramish' (vegetarian without onion/garlic) version, omit the onion and garlic. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the hot oil during tempering and increase the ginger paste to 1.5 tablespoons.
Raw jackfruit is an excellent source of fiber, which aids digestion, promotes gut health, prevents constipation, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
With its meaty texture, raw jackfruit serves as a fantastic plant-based alternative to meat. This dish is entirely vegan (if ghee is substituted with oil) and provides essential nutrients without any cholesterol.
The blend of spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, along with aromatics like garlic and ginger, contains powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help strengthen the immune system.
The sap of raw jackfruit is very sticky. Liberally apply mustard oil or any vegetable oil to your hands, the knife, and the cutting board before you start cutting. This creates a barrier and makes cleaning and chopping much easier.
Yes, you can. Boil the jackfruit and potato cubes in a large pot with enough water to cover them until they are fork-tender but still hold their shape. This will take longer, around 20-25 minutes. Drain and proceed with the recipe.
Yes, it's a nutritious dish. Raw jackfruit is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's a plant-based dish, low in cholesterol, and the spices used have various health benefits. Using mustard oil in moderation also provides healthy fats.
One serving of Echorer Dalna (approximately 445g) contains around 350-400 calories. The exact count can vary based on the amount of oil used and the specific ingredients.
'Koshano' is a key Bengali cooking technique of slow-frying the spices and then the main ingredients over low to medium heat until the oil separates. This process is crucial for developing deep, rich, and complex flavors in the curry. Do not rush this step.