Make Chakka Varrati, Kerala Style Jackfruit Halwa At Home; Recipe Inside

Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Ingredients

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Step 1

[{"selector":"#anim-2e2994ee-c2be-4b68-beec-4aedbfe831c1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-15.526785505103588%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Soak the jaggery in warm water until softened. Crush it well and then heat it gently in a pan. Bring it to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, similar to honey. Strain the jaggery syrup and set it aside. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-3eeac801-a4ed-46c4-a253-0fce9e894eab [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-12.499999772451451%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Cut open the jackfruit and remove the seeds. Roughly chop the remaining jackfruit flesh. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 3

[{"selector":"#anim-c4bd7c22-9f30-43dc-8618-7995e78e6db5 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-27.998696085532142%, 0, 0) translate(-14.792899408284022%, -1.3009092764236514e-7%) scale(1.2958579881656804)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] In a food processor or grinder, grind the jackfruit until it forms a smooth paste without adding any water. Set it aside. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-638c0799-7ec6-452d-afe2-e50987b1aa38 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-2.0032048369624333%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] In a heavy-bottomed pan (kadai), heat the strained jaggery syrup and bring it to a boil for a few minutes. Let it thicken further, aiming for a consistency similar to honey. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 5

[{"selector":"#anim-96fec12d-9a65-4365-83ab-3b4a72f7ec38 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(-17.24137931034483%, -17.116260041834785%) scale(1.3448275862068966)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Add the jackfruit puree to the thickened jaggery syrup and mix well. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring constantly to prevent sticking at the bottom. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 6

[{"selector":"#anim-bfe3bb75-b2ec-4e26-8bd4-2906d725de47 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-7.240188694023499%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Fry the grated coconut in a separate pan with two tablespoons of ghee. When the coconut becomes golden brown, add it to the simmering jackfruit and jaggery mixture. Stir well and continue cooking for about 10 minutes. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-10947708-c657-4829-9efd-48e0b00b62e3 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-1.6576084023124245%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The halwa is ready when it thickens and leaves the sides of the pan smoothly. Switch off the heat. Credits: peekseek/ Instagram

[{"selector":"#anim-f2444c6b-3c62-4b6e-8fe2-f6202a69566d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-17.567567370768835%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Enjoy your homemade jackfruit halwa! Credits: peekseek/ Instagram