Chakka varatti Recipe

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Chakka varatti otherwise known as jackfruit preserve is a very very traditional & authentic sweet that is made in the homes in kerala. "chakka" means jackfruit & "varatti" means cooking until the mixture becomes dry without any water content in it. This is usually made when jackfruits are seasonal & in abundance in each & every home. This is prepared & then stored for later use. It can used upto a year if preserved properly. It is made by deseeding the jackfruit bulbs & then cooked & puréed & mixed with jaggery syrup & ghee & cooked on a low flame till it becomes dry & forms a lump. It takes time to do it, so you need to be patient but it is really worth it. This recipe comes from my grandmother's kitchen. This is a very authentic way of preparing the varatti. I have seen my grandma cooking this on a big pot & stirring it gently adding generous amount of ghee. Later she distributes it to all the children & grand children.

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1hr 50minstotal
20minsPrep
1hr 30minsCook
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Ingredients for Chakka varatti Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Jackfruit purée
  • 1/2 cup Powdered jaggery
  • 0.08 cup Ghee
  • 0.08 teaspoon cardamom powder
Nutrition
value
286
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat3 g Protein66 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    < 1g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Carbs
    66g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    66g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    < 1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    35mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    38mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    13mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    107mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    77mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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