Neer halasu sambar

 

This is neera halasu which is commonly confused with bera halasu and regular jackfruit.

Neera halasu needs more water to grow, has more spikes on it and has seeds inside. This is rich source of fibre, recommended for constipation and piles.

For a cloudy dull day tried neer  halasu sambar. For sambar masala I used coriander, cumin, mustard, curry leaves, garlic, urad dal, red chilli , turmeric and aoesfeteda. Roast in oil and blend with tamarind and water.  Add this masala to cooked toor dal and cooked neer  halasu pieces. Remove the seeds if hardened before cooking or you can remove the outer shell of the seeds. Add salt, ghee, curry leaves and cook well with enough water to get the proper consistency.  Hot and tangy purely desi neer halasu sambar is ready to serve with rice!