Banana and Jackfruit Stew

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Gayatri (@rene121)

Banana jackfruit stew is a creamy and delicious dish. It's very easy to make and Nendrapazham is perfect for this recipe. You can make this recipe only with banana, but adding jackfruit will enhance the taste and flavor. It goes well with idiyappam or appam and can also be served...

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min
Banana and Jackfruit Stew recipe

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)
  • 1
    ripe banana (nendrapazham)
  • 1/4cup
    jackfruit
  • 1tbsp
    sugar
  • 1/2tsp
    cardamom powder
  • 2tbsp
    butter
  • 1cup
    thick coconut milk
  • 2tsp
    fine rice flour

How to make Banana and Jackfruit Stew

  1. Heat a pan and add butter.

  2. Add ripe jackfruit pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

    Step 1.1: Add ripe jackfruit pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes
  3. Add round sliced banana and sauté until it turns light brown.

    Step 1.1: Add round sliced banana and sauté until it turns light brown
  4. Tilt the pan and add sugar on the side to caramelize.

    Step 1.1: Tilt the pan and add sugar on the side to caramelize
  5. Mix the caramelized sugar with the banana and jackfruit mixture.

    Step 1.1: Mix the caramelized sugar with the banana and jackfruit mixture
  6. Mix coconut milk with rice flour in a separate bowl.

  7. Add the coconut milk mixture to the banana jackfruit mix.

  8. Add cardamom powder and mix well.

  9. Cook until the stew becomes semi-thick, then turn off the flame.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

247.8kcal (12.39%)

Protein

2.5g (4.9%)

Carbs

20.9g (7.62%)

Sugars

12.3g (24.5%)

Healthy Fat

2.4g

Unhealthy Fat

18.6g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use ripe nendrapazham bananas for the best flavor.

  2. Ensure the sugar is fully caramelized for a richer taste.

  3. Serve the stew with idiyappam or appam for a traditional pairing.

  4. Chill the stew before serving if you prefer it as a dessert.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of bananas?

    Yes, but nendrapazham bananas are recommended for the best flavor.

  2. Is it necessary to add jackfruit?

    No, but adding jackfruit enhances the taste and flavor.

  3. Can I use a different sweetener instead of sugar?

    Yes, you can use alternatives like honey or maple syrup, jaggery but it may alter the taste.

  4. How do I know when the stew is ready?

    The stew is ready when it becomes semi-thick.

  5. Can this stew be served cold?

    Yes, it can be served chilled as a dessert.

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Gayatri

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