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Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang)

By: 👩‍🦳 Linda · Published: 🖨 June 17, 2016 · Updated: 💻September 25, 2019 · 🗨 6 Comments

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Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) – the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious!

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Gulai Nangka (Jackfruit Curry) is usually cooked using unripe or young jackfruit. The entire unripe fruit including the flesh, seeds, and membrane is cut into small chunks and cooked. The outer thorny skin and core are removed. It is then cooked in a curry sauce until tender.

Nangka a.k.a. Jackfruit

Today’s Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) is quite different from the Indian, Indonesian, and Thai versions out there. I used a portion of the ripe jackfruit I purchased at the Asian market recently in this light and flavorful curry.

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Nyonya Flavor

I used the same spice paste from my Chicken Curry with Kaffir Lime Leaves for the sauce which has a distinctive Nyonya flavor. I have to say I am very pleased with how the dish turned out. It was a little sweet, a little spicy, quite fragrant, and very delicious!

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Jackfruit Seeds

Did you know that jackfruit seeds are edible? They are actually quite tasty, similar in texture to that of boiled chestnuts. The preparation is very simple. Simply boil them in salt water for about 30 minutes or until soft. Peel off the outer waxy skin and eat as is or add them to curries.

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

This curry cooks really quickly. Do not overcook the jackfruit or it will become mushy. It should still be quite firm after cooking.

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Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimps in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com
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Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang)

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimps in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious!
Author : Linda Ooi
Course : Main Dish
Cuisine : Malaysian
Keyword : gulai nangka, jackfruit curry, jackfruit shrimp curry
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings : 4
Calories : 470kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup coconut milk (240ml)
  • 5 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 pieces assam gelugor **
  • 12 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined) (340g)
  • 12 oz jackfruit / nangka (peeled) (340g)
  • Cooked jackfruit seeds (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Spice Paste

  • 5 red chilies (cut into small pieces)
  • 6 shallots or 1 medium sized onion (peeled, and cut into small pieces)
  • 3 cloves garlic (peeled and halved)
  • 1 stalk lemongrass (slice bottom third into rings)
  • 1 inch galangal or ginger root
  • 1 inch turmeric ***

Instructions
 

  • Grind spice paste ingredients in a blender or food processor with ¼ cup (60ml) water.
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  • Heat vegetable oil in a medium sized pot. Add spice paste and stir fry until fragrant, about 5 to 6 minutes. Pour in coconut milk. Add kaffir lime leaves and assam gelugor (if using). Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat.
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  • When sauce comes to a boil, add shrimp, jackfruit, cooked jackfruit seeds (if using) and salt. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Shrimp should turn curl and jackfruit heated through.
  • If you did not use assam gelugor, stir in lime juice now.
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  • Turn off heat and allow curry to sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

** 2 tbsp lime juice may be used in place of assam gelugor
*** ½ tsp turmeric powder may be used in place of fresh turmeric root

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal
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Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Serving Suggestion Jackfruit Shrimp Curry

Always serve this fruity and tasty curry with steamed rice and be sure to have lots of it on hand. Do give it a try.

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Jackfruit Shrimp Curry (Gulai Nangka Udang) - the combination of jackfruit and shrimp in this fragrant spicy sweet curry is a must try. It is so delicious! | RotiNRice.com

Enjoy…..and have a wonderful day! 😎

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  1. Catherine says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:34 am

    5 stars
    Looks absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 19, 2016 at 7:08 am

      Thank you, Catherine!

      Reply
  2. torviewtoronto says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:34 pm

    looks delicious

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 19, 2016 at 7:08 am

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Shu says

    June 19, 2016 at 2:59 pm

    This looks insanely good! Love the idea of using sweet fruit in what’s traditionally thought of as savoury curry.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 23, 2016 at 9:44 am

      Thanks Shu! It was really good. Ro-Ri San and I enjoyed it a lot. 🙂

      Reply

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