Breadfruit (Kadachakka) is a tropical fruit found abundantly in Kerala. It looks similar to a very small jackfruit. The unripe fruit is often used in curries and stir-fries. Once cooked, the flesh tastes similar to that of Potato. It is also known as Sheema Chakka. I have tasted Varutharacha Kadachakka Curry several years ago but don't remember eating it in any other form. When we visited Kerala this summer, we were able to get a taste of a simple stir fry made using unripe Breadfruit or Kadachakka. It tastes delicious with Rice and is so easy to prepare. Here is the recipe for Kadachakka Mezhkkupuratti (Breadfruit Stir fry). Next time, I visit the Indian grocery store, I need to buy Kadachakka. Ingredients Kadachakka - 1 big Sliced Onions - 1 medium Chopped Garlic - 2 small cloves Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp Red Chilly Powder - 1 tsp Salt - to taste Water - 1 cup Oil - 1 tbsp Mustard Seeds - 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Powder - 1 tsp Garam Masala ... continue reading...
