Grind together poppy seeds, garlic and cumin seeds to paste in a grinder.

Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the jack fruit pieces till golden brown and crisp. Take it out on a plate.

In the same oil add bay leaf, star anise and cinnamon stick. Add the poppy seeds -garlic- cumin seeds paste and saute well.

Add sliced onions and cook till they turn golden in colour.

Add turmeric powder and red chili powder and salt. Add the fried jackfruit pieces and mix well. Cook covered for 8-10 min on low flame. Or till the oil seperates.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve with laccha paratha or tandoori roti.