Special Jackfruit!! Chicken Kottu | mali cooking in nature

jackfruit

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini offers a similar texture while being lower in calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu is a great plant-based protein alternative.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt water

Tamari is gluten-free, suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and often cost less.

Prepare the roti by tearing it into small pieces.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add shredded jackfruit and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Incorporate grated carrot and shredded cabbage; stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Season with soy sauce, curry powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Add the torn roti pieces and combine thoroughly with the mixture.

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the roti to absorb flavors.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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