JUKUT NANGKA - Young Jackfruit Curry

 Jukut Nangka, or young jackfruit curry, is a popular Indonesian dish known for its savory and aromatic flavors. Here's a recipe to make Sayur Nangka at home:



Ingredients:

  • 500 grams (about 1 lb) young jackfruit, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 200 grams (about 7 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 red chili peppers, sliced (optional, for heat)
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi), toasted
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the young jackfruit:

    • Remove the outer skin of the young jackfruit and discard.
    • Cut the young jackfruit into bite-sized pieces, removing the core and any tough parts.

  2. Make the spice paste:

    • In a mortar and pestle or food processor, grind together the shallots, garlic, toasted shrimp paste, ground turmeric, ground coriander, and ground cumin until it forms a smooth paste.

  3. Cook the spice paste:

    • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
    • Add the spice paste to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. Add the young jackfruit:

    • Add the chopped young jackfruit to the pot and stir to coat it with the spice paste.
    • Pour in the water or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
    • Cover the pot and let the young jackfruit cook until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

  5. Add coconut milk and season:

    • Once the young jackfruit is tender, stir in the coconut milk.
    • Season the curry with salt and sugar to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
    • If using red chili peppers for heat, add them to the curry at this stage.

  6. Simmer and serve:

    • Let the curry simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
    • Once done, remove the pot from the heat.

  7. Serve:

    • Ladle the Sayur Nangka into serving bowls.
    • Serve hot with steamed rice as a comforting and nutritious meal.

Enjoy the rich and flavorful Sayur Nangka, a classic Indonesian dish that's perfect for any occasion!

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