Chakka varattiyathu ( Jackfruit jam)

INGREDIENTS :

1. Ripe jackfruit - 2 cans
2. Jaggery - 2 cups ( more may be added according to the sweetness needed)
3. Ghee - 4 to 5 tbsp
4. Cardamom pdr - 3 to 4 pods powdered.

METHOD :

1. Drain the jackfruit , wash & drain again.
2. Pressure cook the jackfruit with 1/4th cup water for 3-4 whistles. Let cool for some time.
3. Using a potato masher, mash the jackfruit well.
4. In the meantime, melt the jaggery with a little water over low fire.
5. Add the melted jaggery to the jackfruit and keep stirring continuously till it thickens.
6. Add the ghee & keep stirring till it becomes deep reddish brown & starts to leave the sides of the vessel.
7. Add the cardamom powder & mix well.