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Kathal ke Kofte

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About

A vegetarian delicacy from Uttar Pradesh, where unripe jackfruit is spiced, shaped into dumplings, and simmered in a rich onion-tomato gravy. The dish has a meaty texture with earthy, aromatic flavors from spices like coriander and garam masala. Traditionally served during festivals or special occasions.

Cultural Context

A festive dish in Uttar Pradesh, often prepared during Hindu fasting periods (Navratri) or weddings. Showcases the versatility of jackfruit as a meat substitute in vegetarian Brahmin cuisine.

Ingredients

500 graw jackfruit (kathal)(peeled and chopped)
3 tbspbesan (gram flour)(for binding)
1 tbspginger-garlic paste(freshly ground)
0.5 tspturmeric powder
1 tbspcoriander powder
1 tspgaram masala
2 largeonions(finely sliced for gravy)
3 mediumtomatoes(pureed)
3 tbspmustard oil(traditional flavor)
handfulfresh coriander(garnish)

Method

1. Boil jackfruit until tender, then mash with spices and gram flour. 2. Shape into koftas and deep-fry until golden. 3. Prepare gravy by sautΓ©ing onions, tomatoes, and spices. 4. ...

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Techniques Used

Regional Variations

Punjab

Uses paneer instead of jackfruit for koftas

Rajasthan

Drier preparation with more red chili

Dietary

VegetarianVeganGluten-FreeHalal

Sources

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Pushpesh Pant β€” India: The Cookbook

2010cookbook
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Sanjeev Kapoor β€” How to Cook Vegetarian

2016cookbook
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Ministry of Tourism, India β€” Culinary Heritage of Uttar Pradesh

2018institution↗ link

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