Coconut Jackfruit Curry

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

This coconut jackfruit curry is a delicious vegan Sri Lankan side or main dish that's great served with rice or roti.

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) can green jackfruit in brine, rinsed and shredded
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup water
5 tablespoons coconut milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1 Combine jackfruit, curry powder, chili powder, salt, cardamom, parsley, turmeric, and cinnamon in a bowl. Let rest for 10 minutes.
2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and cumin; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add onion and cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add seasoned jackfruit, water, and coconut milk; mix well. Reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes.
3 Turn off heat, add cilantro, and mix well. Serve hot.