Jack fruit Kottu ( Kos Kottu )

 

                          Jack fruit Kottu

                            ( Kos Kottu )                                 

                

   Sri Lankans share a universal love for "Koththu", a beloved street food classic. This delightful dish combines flatbread, vegetables, meat or seafood, eggs, and an array of aromatic spices. In this video, I've put a unique twist on this favorite by using jackfruit to replace the traditional flatbread.
               In the past, the jackfruit tree was called the "rice tree" because it was a valuable plant that could be used even during times of food shortages. Jackfruit can be eaten raw, cooked, or even when fully ripe. Both the unripe and ripe fruit are edible, making it a versatile food source.  
Moreover, jackfruit is rich in nutrients, making it a highly nutritious food. When adding jackfruit to your diet, try preparing it in different ways instead of sticking to just one method. No matter how you eat it, jackfruit is a delicious and nutritious choice.

•Nutritional Value of Jackfruit 

- Per 100 grams of jackfruit (values may vary slightly depending on the variety) :  

- Calories : 95 kcal  

- Carbohydrates : 26 g  

- Protein : 2 g  

- Fat : 0.6 g  

- Fiber : 3 g  

•Additional Nutrients:  

- Vitamin A : 10% of the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI)  

- Vitamin C : 18% RDI  

- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

- Vitamin B3 (Niacin)  

- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) : 11% RDI  

- Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

- Calcium : 39.6 mg  

- Magnesium : 15% RDI  

- Potassium : 14% RDI  

- Manganese : 16% RDI  

- Copper : 15% RDI  

- Additionally, jackfruit contains plant compounds such as 'flavonoids' and 'lignans' , which have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.

- Additionally, consuming jackfruit provides benefits such as regulating blood sugar levels (Type 1 diabetes), boosting immunity, preventing skin issues, and maintaining heart health.

       So, turning this popular street food, kottu, into a jackfruit-based dish makes it not just delicious but also a healthier choice!

• Ingredients :

 - Thinly sliced and lightly steamed jackfruit (to prevent it from becoming mushy)  

- Thinly sliced carrots, leeks, and capsicum  

- Chopped onions and garlic  

- Chicken or fish (choose one as preferred)  

- An egg  

- Chopped dried chilies  

- Black pepper powder  

- Salt to taste  

- A little oil or butter

• Directions :

- Once the oil is heated, add the chopped onions and garlic.  

- Then, add the carrots and capsicum and sauté them.  

- Now, add chicken or fish as desired and fry well.  

- Next, season with salt, chili flakes, and black pepper powder, mixing thoroughly.  

- Add the egg and stir until well combined.  

- Once the egg is cooked, add the softened jackfruit and leeks, mixing everything well.  

- Let it cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, and serve.  

- If desired, enjoy it with sauce, chili paste, or chicken curry for extra flavor.

Enjoy & have fun!💛