Jackfruit Payasam/Kheer

Jackfruit payasam on the occassion of Onam! The aroma of jackfruit makes the fruit simply irresistible. This kheer can be given as a baby's first foods provided you mash the pieces well. Serve it as dessert and have your guests smacking their lips. No garnishing is required- to bite into the jackfruit pieces as you savour the kheer is sheer bliss in itself.
Ingredients-
2 cups deseeded and chopped jackfruit
1 litre whole milk
1tbs grated jaggery
2 tbs coconut milk
3 cardamoms ground
1tbs water

Preparation-

• Boil milk and cool.
• Add grated jaggery to the chopped jackfruit in a pan. Add water and cook this mixture. (You can also microwave it on full power for 3 minutes. Stir and microwave on 70% power for a minute.)
• Take off the fire and when cool enough to handle; mash it.
• Add the jackfruit mixture to the cooled milk, add coconut milk and ground cardamom.
• Cook for 2 minutes stirring all the while.
• Serve hot or chilled. Enjoy anyways!