Mangalore now called ‘Mangaluru’ is located between the Arabian sea and western ghats. Developed as a port in the Arabian sea during ancient times it was ruled by Kadambas, Vijayanagar empire, Alupas, Keladi Nayakas, Portuguese. The city has got its name after the deity Mangaladevi. Mangalore is a multi-lingual city where Tulu, Konkani, Kannada, Malayalam are the prominent languages spoken. Mangalore is the only city in Karnataka to have all the modes of transport that are air, road, rail, and sea. It is a tourist place with several beaches and notable temples. Mangalore is also considered the cleanest city in India. Apart from all these Mangalore is greatly famous for its cuisine. Highly influenced by south Indian cuisine, Mangalore cuisine is heaven for all the food lovers out there. Apart from its famous coastal cuisine, one of the unique yet popular dishes of Mangalore is the pineapple gojju /curry or menaskai/ Mangalore gojju. It is a curry made up of pineapples and tastes delicious. The pineapple gojju is an authentic curry that is prepared for all religious functions including weddings. This curry stands out from all the other common Indian curries because as you eat you can relish a burst of all the flavors in your mouth from sweet and spicy to salty and tangy!

This south Indian curry made up of fruit has numerous health benefits. let us have a look at a few benefits of eating pineapple

1. Loaded with nutrients: Pineapple is a nutritious fruit that contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals required for the body. It s especially rich in vitamin c that helps in boosting immunity and manganese that helps in maintaining a healthy metabolism.
2. Rich in anti-oxidants: Pineapples contain antioxidants like flavonoids, phenolic acids that help in reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart diseases, diabetes, cancer.
3. Good for digestion: Pineapples can be consumed by people who have digestive problems because it contains digestive enzymes called bromelain that breaks down the protein molecules that are easily absorbed and helps in easy digestion
4. Helps in treating arthritis: since pineapple contains bromelain that has anti-inflammatory properties it helps in reducing the pain for people suffering from arthritis. It provides short-term relief from the symptoms.
5. Helps in speed recovery: Because of the anti-inflammatory properties present in bromelain that pineapple includes it helps reduce the swelling, bruises, pains that occur post-surgery. It also helps in recovering the damage caused due to strenuous exercise.

People who were not aware of this south Indian gravy might have thought pineapple can be eaten just like salad, fruit, or smoothie but to your surprise now you can eat it for lunch, dinner as well by preparing this pineapple stew that is easy to make and yummy to taste.

If you also want to try this Mangalore gojju follow the below recipe instructions.

1. Firstly boil half a cup of chopped pineapple in water for 10 minutes.
2. As the pineapple is boiling, roast 2 tbsp sesame seeds and keep aside, also roast 2 tbsp urad dal, ½ methi, 6 dried red chilies, and a few curry leaves with oil
3. Next, add coconut and water and blend it to a smooth paste
4. Now add ¼ cup tamarind juice, ½ tbsp turmeric, 5 tbsp jaggery, salt to taste.
5. Mix everything well then cover it and simmer for 15 minutes then add the prepared masala paste.
6. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if required
7. Simmer it for 10 minutes and keep stirring occasionally
8. Boil it till the color of gojju/ gravy turns a little blackish
9. Pour this tempering over the chopped pineapple and Mangalore gojju is ready.

The EFGH way:

To reduce your efforts EFGH foods offers you Mangalore gojju mix that contains all the ingredients required for the masala paste. This will bring you the taste of typical authentic Mangalorean cuisine. This instant gravy can be prepared in just 3 steps.

1. Cook 1 cup chopped pineapple in 2.5 cups of water for 15 minutes.
2. Add a sachet of Udupi Kitchen Mangalore Gojju Mix and cook for another 10 minutes.
3. Season with oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and red chili.

Call it sweet gravy, menaskai gojju, tangy curry, or by any other name this Mangalore special pineapple curry is sure to enhance your taste buds.