Snack - Wild Jackfruit Seeds
2019
Videography, Documentary
About This Piece
This cinematic vlog documents the traditional process of making Jackfruit Seed Laddus (Chakka Kuru snack), capturing a specific transitional period in rural Indian life where ancient techniques meet modern convenience.
The "Farm-to-Table" Journey
The narrative follows a strict chronological arc:
- The Find: Scavenging a fallen, naturally split jackfruit from the yard in Vengandoor.
- The Labor: Processing the seeds using:
- Sand Roasting: An ancient technique using an earthen pot (Aduppu) and river sand for even heat distribution.
- Stone Tools: Crushing and winnowing the roasted seeds using a traditional stone roller and bamboo fan (Muram).
- The Transformation: Blending the roasted powder with grated coconut and jaggery (using a modern electric mixer) to form sweet, energy-packed spheres.
Creative Direction
- Genre: "Silent Vlog" / ASMR Cooking.
- Generational Collaboration: Highlighting the transfer of knowledge—my father operating the traditional stone tools while I handle the camera and scavenging.
- Visual Contrast: The vibrant green outdoors vs. the warm, smoky glow of the traditional kitchen.
Gallery

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