I was so tempted by the Pineapple Gojju by Suma of Veggieplatter , that I had to try it and taste it first hand. My folks at home were a little apprehensive to try it out but in the end they agreed that it was indeed a delicious gojju. Though it didn't turn out in the same color (because of the difference in the variety of Tamarind and Red Chillies, I guess) as the original recipe, we all liked the flavor and thought I should share it on our blog too..I have made slight variations to suit our taste.
Ingredients -
Pineapple chunks 1 cup
Tamarind juice 2 Tbsp
Salt as per taste
Brown sugar/Jaggery 1-2 tsp
Turmeric 2 pinches
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp, Urad dal 1 tsp, Hing a pinch, Curry leaves )
Gojju Masala -
Coconut Powder 4 Tbsp
Chana Dal 2 Tbsp
Urad Dal 1 Tbsp
Coriander Seeds 2 tsp
Cumin Seeds / Jeera 1 tsp
Sesame seeds 3 tsp
Methi Seeds pinch
Dry Red Chillies 4-5
Method Of Preparation -
Wash the pineapple and if using canned pineapple (as I did) , drain them and wash with cold water to remove the extra sweetness.
In a saute pan, add the seasoning and after the mustard seeds splutter, add the pineapple chunks and 1 cup of water.
Add Turmeric, Cover and let the pineapple cook.
Meanwhile, dry roast all the ingredients for the masala and grind them with a little water to make a fine paste. (Don't worry even if the paste turns out a little coarse).
After the pineapple is cooked, add the masala paste, tamarind juice, salt and brown sugar and let it simmer for about 3-4 min. Check to see if the flavors feel right for your taste. (I did that out of nervousness!!:) )
Serve it over steaming rice and papads for a hearty meal!
Serves 4 adults
Preparation Time 25 min
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i will try and let you know, ok??? nice narration.
Unique and interesting recipe!!
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very unique recipe...kind of similar to pineapple rasam which I make!!! you have a beautufl blog here! will be back to check out more recipes!
Such a delicious and tempting gojju...have to give a try..
Really tempting gojju dear....love pineapple in any form!yummy..
I like pineapple gojju, tasted it number of times, ut never prepared one'...wanna try ur version soon:)
new to me..but looks v inviting..frst time here..lov ur space..glad to follow u!
Glad you like it but surprised by the color of the gojju. :)
thx everybody..
@suma, I suspect the color is cos of byadagi mirchi which I didn't use..what thou says?