Polos Curry (Baby Jackfruit Curry)

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1. 1Step 1: Have the jackfruit cleaned and cut (see notes above on how to clean).
2. 2Step 2: Have all the necessary ingredients ready to cook the jackfruit curry (polos).
3. 3Step 3: Once you've cleaned the jackfruit, drain the water and place the cut jackfruit cubes in a large bowl.
4. 4Step 4: Add turmeric powder, roasted curry powder, red chilli powder, pepper powder, tamarind juice, and salt to season and combine all the ingredients. Set aside.
5. 5Step 5: Place a medium-sized pan or clay pot over low-medium heat and pour in the oil.
6. 6Step 6: Add curry leaves, pandan, sliced onions, ginger and garlic. Cook the ingredients over low heat until they release their aroma. 3-5 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Add cinnamon, cardamom and continue to cook until onions turn slightly brown. Finally, add the mustard seed (1 tsp) to the pan and cook for a few minutes (2-3), letting it splutter.
8. 8Step 8: Once all the tempered ingredients are ready, add the jackfruit that has been marinating in spices and combine while cooking over low heat for 5 minutes.
9. 9Step 9: Add the thin milk, cover halfway with a lid and slow simmer over medium heat until the thin milk evaporates and the jackfruit is halfway tender. 20-30 minutes.
10. 10Step 10: Once the thin milk evaporates, add thick milk (1 cup) and continue to slow simmer for a further 20-30 minutes until the jackfruit is quite soft and you are left with a thick gravy.
11. 11Step 11: Check and season with salt if necessary. While the jackfruit curry is cooking, you can also add another 1/2 teaspoon of roasted curry powder for more flavour and colour.
12. 12Step 12: Cook until the coconut milk has completely reduced, leaving just enough to coat the jackfruit.