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Jackfruit Kottu

Cultural Context

Jackfruit Kottu, originating from Sri Lanka, is a beloved street food that showcases the versatility of jackfruit, especially when young and unripe. Traditionally made with leftover roti, this dish is a communal meal often enjoyed late at night, reflecting the vibrant street food culture of the island. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Sri Lanka, with variations appearing in many global vegetarian and vegan menus.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups flatbread
1 lb young jackfruit
1 medium onion
1 cup grated carrot
2 green chili
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons curry powder
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

young jackfruit

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Mushrooms provide a similar texture, while cabbage is more affordable.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain tortillas add fiber, while pita is often less expensive.

1

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

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes

3

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute

4

Add grated carrot and chopped green chili, cooking for another 2-3 minutes

5

Incorporate shredded young jackfruit, stirring to combine

6

Sprinkle curry powder over the mixture, stirring well to coat

7

Pour in soy sauce and lime juice, mixing thoroughly

8

Add chopped flatbread, breaking it into smaller pieces as you mix

9

Cook, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through, about 5-7 minutes

10

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper

11

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarian

Also Known As

Kottu RotiKoththuKottu

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