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A traditional Andhra dish featuring tender, shredded raw jackfruit cooked with aromatic spices. This unique dry curry has a meaty texture and pairs perfectly with rice and sambar.
For 4 servings
Pressure Cook the Jackfruit
Shred the Jackfruit
Prepare the Tempering (Tadka)
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A traditional Andhra dish featuring tender, shredded raw jackfruit cooked with aromatic spices. This unique dry curry has a meaty texture and pairs perfectly with rice and sambar.
This andhra recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 166.96 calories per serving with 3.54g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Sauté Aromatics
Combine and Cook the Kura
Garnish and Serve
Add 3-4 tablespoons of freshly grated coconut in the last 2-3 minutes of cooking for a richer, slightly sweet flavor common in some regional variations.
Increase the number of green chilies to 4-5 and add 1-2 dried red chilies to the tempering for extra heat.
For a different flavor profile, add 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala along with the red chili powder.
Sauté one finely chopped tomato after the onions turn translucent for a slightly tangy and moist version of the kura.
Raw jackfruit is an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes regular bowel movements, and helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome.
With its unique stringy and meaty texture, cooked raw jackfruit is a popular and satisfying plant-based alternative to pulled pork or chicken, making this dish ideal for vegetarians and vegans.
This dish contains beneficial ingredients like jackfruit (rich in Vitamin C), turmeric (with its active compound curcumin), and garlic, all of which are known for their immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.
Jackfruit is a good source of potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure. The dish is also low in saturated fat and cholesterol, contributing to better cardiovascular health.
A single serving of Panasa Pottu Kura (approximately 1 cup or 175g) contains around 230-250 calories. This is an estimate and can vary based on the type and amount of oil used.
Yes, it is a very healthy dish. Raw jackfruit is low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's a plant-based, gluten-free dish that can be a great meat substitute due to its texture.
Absolutely. Canned raw jackfruit (in brine or water) is a convenient alternative. Drain the liquid, rinse the jackfruit pieces thoroughly under running water, and you can proceed directly to the shredding step, skipping the pressure cooking.
Mushy jackfruit is usually a result of overcooking. The cooking time can vary depending on the tenderness of the jackfruit and the type of pressure cooker. It's best to cook for just 2 whistles and release the pressure immediately to stop the cooking process.
In the Telugu language, 'Panasa' means jackfruit, 'Pottu' refers to a powdered or shredded texture, and 'Kura' means curry. So, the name literally translates to 'Shredded Jackfruit Curry'.
Panasa Pottu Kura is traditionally served as a side dish with hot steamed rice, sambar, or rasam. It also pairs well with roti or chapati.