BREAD FRUIT THORAN

INGREDIENTS

FOR  COOKING

• 2cups Kadachakka/Breadfruit,  cubed (after removing the skin)

• ¼  tsp turmeric powder

• 1 ½ cups water or enough to cook Kadachakka/Breadfruit

• 1 Cup black Channa 

• Salt to taste

For crushing:

• ½ - ¾ cup grated coconut
• 2 small red pearl onions, finely chopped
• 1 small clove garlic
• 2-3 green chillies, chopped
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• A small pinch of cumin seeds/jeera
  
• Salt to taste

For seasoning:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 2 dry red chilly
• 1 sprig curry leaves

Directions:

• Cook cubed pieces of Kadachakka/Breadfruit,black channa with ,turmeric powder, water and salt, on a stove top, in a sauce pan, until pieces are done and soft, in low-medium heat. To save time, you may also cook in pressure cooker, until the first whistle comes. Then turn off the stove and let it rest till the steam subsides.
• Meanwhile, prepare the coconut mixture. Crush and blend the grated coconut well with finely chopped small onion, green chilies, turmeric powder, cumin seeds and a tinge of salt, put all the ingredients in a small food processor and pulse 1-2 times.
• In a shallow pan, heat coconut oil, splutter mustard seeds, dry red chilly and saute curry leaves for 30 seconds. To this add the ground coconut mixture and mix everything well and cook in medium heat for a minute, stirring occasionally. Now add the cooked pieces of Kadachakka/Breadfruit to this and gently mix everything together and let it sit in low heat for a minute or two. Do a taste- test, adjust the salt and turn off the stove
• Serve hot with steamed rice.

 Benefits of Breadfruit

Rich in Carbohydrates

Breadfruit is rich in carbohydrates, as 1 cup provides about 60 g of this nutrient. Carbohydrates are your body's primary source of energy, so carbohydrate-rich foods such as breadfruit can be beneficial for athletes and other active individuals.

High in Fiber

One health benefit of breadfruit is that the fruit is rich in fiber. One cup contains 10.8 g of this nutrient. Fiber offers numerous health benefits: it helps promote satiety, aids in digestion and may help reduce your cholesterol levels.

Low Fat Content

Breadfruit is low in fat, as 1 cup contains just .51 g. Due to its low fat content, you might want to include this fruit on a low-fat diet. However, if you deep fry your breadfruit or cook or serve it with sugar and butter, this will considerably increase the fat content.

Low Protein Content

Breadfruit is low in protein, as 1 cup contains just 2.35 g. Although protein offers certain health benefits, eating a low-protein diet can be helpful in some cases. Too much protein may put a strain on your liver and kidneys, so if you have liver or kidney problems, breadfruit is a low-protein option to include in your diet.

High Potassium Content

Breadfruit is rich in the mineral potassium, with 1078 mg in a 1-cup serving. Potassium is vital for your health, as it conducts electrical charges in your body that drive muscular contractions in your skeletal and smooth muscles, including your heart