Breadfruit – the vegetable that gives a chicken-like bite in rich masalas.
Turn this humble breadfruit into a royal delight with this rich and creamy Shahi Breadfruit Masala. Breadfruit is a unique tropical vegetable known for its mildly sweet flavor and soft, potato-like texture when cooked. Popular in many coastal Indian cuisines, breadfruit absorbs spices beautifully, making it perfect for rich and flavorful curries.
Serve it hot and experience how this unique vegetable transforms into a rich...
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Boil breadfruit cubes with turmeric and salt for 5-10 minutes. Discard the water and set aside. This process removes the sticky gum from breadfruit.
Blend boiled tomatoes, cashews, and boiled onion into a smooth paste. Set aside. Add a pinch of sugar if Tomato is too tangy.
Heat desi ghee in a pan and sauté finely chopped onion until translucent. Add a pinch of salt to speed up the process.
Mix turmeric powder, kashmiri red chilli powder, coriander cumin powder, sugar, and water into a paste. Add this paste to the onions and sauté until oil separates.
Add the tomato-cashew-onion paste and simmer for 2 minutes. Then, add the semi-boiled breadfruit cubes and coat them well with the gravy. Adjust salt as needed.
Add hot water, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in garam masala and crushed kasuri methi. Adjust the consistency of the gravy to your preference, preferably thicker for this shahi masala recipe.
Heat oil and sauté sliced garlic pods and kashmiri red chilli powder. Immediately add this tadka to the gravy.
Place slit green chillies over the gravy for a hotter taste. Cover and let the dish rest for 15-20 minutes to allow the spices, taste, and aroma to blend well.
Serve hot with paratha, tandoori roti or jeera rice.
Choose the right breadfruit . Use firm and mature (but not overripe) breadfruit for best texture. Too soft will turn mushy.
Boiling breadfruit with turmeric and salt is essential to remove its sticky gum. Don't use the drained water . You can also steam to retain its nutrients.
Crush kasuri methi between your palms before adding , it releases better aroma.
Adjust the consistency of the gravy to a thicker side for better taste since it's shahi recipe.
If tomatoes are too tangy, add a pinch of sugar to balance the gravy.
Resting the dish for 15-20 minutes after cooking enhances the flavor and aroma.
Why is boiling breadfruit necessary?
Boiling breadfruit with turmeric and salt removes its sticky gum, making it more palatable and easier to cook. You can also steam to retain the nutrients.
Can I use oil instead of desi ghee?
Yes, you can use oil, but desi ghee adds a richer bold flavor to the dish.
What can I serve Shahi Breadfruit Masala with?
It pairs well with tandoori roti, paratha, or jeera rice.
Can I skip the double garlic tadka?
The double garlic tadka enhances the flavor and aroma of the dish, since breadfruit is bland in taste , but you can skip it if preferred.
How can I make the dish spicier?
Add more green chillies or increase the quantity of garam masala.
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