Veggie & Fruit Guide
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Jackfruit
The jackfruit (Artocarpus
heterophyllus), also called Kathal, Khanun and
Nangka, is a species of tree in the mulberry family,
which is native to parts of Southern and Southeast Asia. It is the national
fruit of Bangladesh.
Largest of all tree-borne fruits,
the jackfruit can be 20 to 90 cm long, 15 to 50 cm wide and range from 4,5
to 20 or even 50 kg. They are oblong-shaped with rough skin containing soft,
white, juicy flesh with 100-500 white large seeds, covered with a rubbery
latex layer.
The jackfruit can be eaten as a fruit or vegetable and can be enjoyed
raw or cooked. Its flavour is similar to pineapple, but it
is not as sweet or juicy.
Seasonal Availability
In Asia, jackfruits ripen
principally from March to June, April to September, or June
to August, depending on the climatic region, with some
off-season crops from September to December, or a few fruits
at other times of the year.
Serving Size
Half a cup (80g) of sliced jackfruit provides 1
serving of fruit.
