Kathal Or Jackfruit Maharani

Kathal or jackfruit maharani. A lipsmackingly delicious mughlai curry with Kathal. You can also use paneer instead of kathal to make delectable paneer maharani. This recipe is inspired by mughlai chicken maharani. Chicken maharani is a shahi chicken curry. You don’t need tomatoes to make this curry. Today I am sharing this maharani recipe with Kathal or jackfruit for vegetarian people. I am sure you will love the taste.

You need very simple ingredients to make this delicious curry. But taste is scrumptious. You will get really shahi or royal taste and flavour. Little Kewra water made this curry absolutely aromatic. You can serve this curry with roti, paratha, puri, naan, steamed rice, pulao, fried rice etc.

You may like to try some more jackfruit or kathal recipes from this blog. Click on the link below for recipe.

Shahi Kathal Or Jackfruit Korma/Mughlai Kathal korma

Mango Jackfruit Or Aam Kathal

Kathal Paneer Kofta Curry Or Raw Jackfruit And Cottage Cheese Balls In Gravy

You can also try one more vegetarian recipe Vegan cauliflower kurma from the blog of my friend Radha Rajagopalan.

FAQ

Can we eat jackfruit and curd together?

Sure, jackfruit curry taste great with curd or yogurt. We will also use curd in this kathal or jackfruit maharani.

What is the best way to cook jackfruit?

Jackfruit can be cooked in different ways. You can fry the jackfruit pieces before adding in the curry or lightly boil or saute with spices. It will be delicious in all the methods. You can also make jackfruit tikka with marinated jackfruit.

Is Kathal good for health?

Jackfruit is rich in Iron and its also rich with many other nutritional benefits.

What are five ways to eat jackfruit?

Jackfruit can be fried, sauteed, grilled, curried or boiled. Enjoy this miracle vegetable in curry, salad or other dishes.

Is jackfruit high in protein?

Jackfruit is used as a meat substitute for it’s texture and taste but its not high in protein like meat. It has very little protein. But it has other health benefits. Jackfruit is packed with nutrients. Jackfruit is quite healthy. It provides a moderate amount of calories in addition to lots of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Moreover, jackfruit provides some protein, which may help prevent blood sugar levels from rising too quickly after a meal. Source – Healthline

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To make this shahi kathal maharani you need only a few spices. With onion, garlic, chili, curd and nuts we have to make some dry roasted spices. These roasted and ground spices will give a wonderful flavour. You can make this gravy with any vegetables or paneer instead of kathal or jackfruit. Use paneer and make delicious paneer maharani. Your guests will be amazed with the wonderful taste.

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Recipe

Jackfruit pieces- 3 cup

Curd or yogurt- 4 tablespoon

Kasuri methi- 1&1/2 teaspoon

Kashmiri Red Chilli powder- 1&1/2 teaspoon

Ginger garlic paste- 1 tablespoon

Onion – 1, large

Green chilli- 2 or to taste

Coriander seeds – 1 teaspoon

Cumin seeds- 1 teaspoon

Fennel seeds or sounf- 1 teaspoon

Cashew nuts- 8

Almond- 9-10

Chilli flakes- 1/2 teaspoon

Milk – 1&1/2 cup

Kewra water- 1/2 teaspoon, optional

Oil – 3 tablespoon

Method

1. Boil the jackfruit pieces with sufficient water till fork tender. Jackfruit shouldn’t be mushy. Drain the water and let the jackfruit pieces cool down.

2. Marinate with ginger garlic paste, curd or yogurt, 1 teaspoon Kasuri methi and Kashmiri red chilli powder. Marinate for 30 minutes.

3. Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds and fennel seeds. Don’t make brown, dry roast till spices becomes fragrant. Transfer the seeds on a plate. Let it cool down. Grind the seeds and keep aside.

4. Grind cashew nuts and almond. Add 1/4 cup milk and grind again to make a smooth paste.

5. Grind onion and green chilli into a smooth paste.

6. Heat oil in a wok or pan. Add onion green chilli paste. Saute till oil leaves the sides.

7. Add marinated jackfruit pieces and salt. Saute till dried up. Add almond and cashew paste and saute for a minute.

8. Add red chilli flakes and half of the dry roasted spices. Mix everything well. Add milk and mix well. You can add little more milk if you want more gravy.

9. When it starts to boil reduce the heat and cover the pan. Cook on simmer for 5-6 minutes.

10. Now add remaining dry roasted spices. Crush 1/2 teaspoon Kasuri methi with your palm and mix. Switch off the heat.

11. Let the curry covered for 4-5 minutes. Serve hot with roti paratha, puri, naan, steamed rice, pulao or jeera rice.

Notes

1. You can fry the jackfruit pieces instead of boiling.

2. Use paneer cubes instead of jackfruit and make delicious paneer maharani. Enjoy the wonderful taste and flavour.

3. Use chilli less or more according to your taste.

4. You can use any other vegetable of your choice instead of jackfruit.