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Sweet, tender fritters made from ripe jackfruit pulp, jaggery, and coconut. This traditional Goan monsoon snack is a delightful treat, with a soft, fluffy interior and a lightly crisp, golden-brown exterior. A perfect way to enjoy the seasonal bounty of jackfruit.
Prepare the Batter
Heat the Oil
Fry the Mulik
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Sweet, tender fritters made from ripe jackfruit pulp, jaggery, and coconut. This traditional Goan monsoon snack is a delightful treat, with a soft, fluffy interior and a lightly crisp, golden-brown exterior. A perfect way to enjoy the seasonal bounty of jackfruit.
This goan recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 377.98 calories per serving with 3.15g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or dessert.
Cook Until Golden Brown
Drain and Serve
For a lower-oil option, cook the mulik in an appe (paniyaram) pan with a few drops of ghee in each cavity. Alternatively, bake them in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.
Add 2 tablespoons of finely chopped cashews or almonds to the batter for a delightful crunch. A pinch of nutmeg powder can also be added for extra warmth and aroma.
If jackfruit is unavailable, this recipe can be adapted using ripe mashed bananas. This variation is also a popular Goan snack.
Jackfruit is a good source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and can help in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
This recipe uses jaggery, an unrefined sugar that retains more minerals like iron and magnesium compared to refined white sugar. It provides a rustic, earthy sweetness.
The combination of carbohydrates from jackfruit, rice flour, and jaggery provides a quick and delicious source of energy, making it an ideal snack.
You can make jackfruit pulp at home by removing the seeds from ripe jackfruit bulbs and blending them in a mixer grinder without adding any water until you get a smooth puree.
Yes, this recipe is easily made vegan. Simply substitute the 1 tablespoon of ghee with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or any neutral vegetable oil.
Yes, for a healthier alternative, you can bake them. Place spoonfuls of the batter on a lined baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown. The texture will be less crispy than the fried version.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in an air fryer or a hot oven for a few minutes to restore some of their crispness before serving.
Ponsa Mulik is a traditional sweet snack and should be enjoyed in moderation. While jackfruit provides fiber and vitamins, the dish is deep-fried and contains jaggery, making it high in calories and sugar. The baked version is a healthier alternative.
One serving of Ponsa Mulik, which is approximately 4 fritters, contains around 420 calories. The exact number can vary based on the size of the fritters and the amount of oil absorbed during frying.