Deutsch: Jackfrucht / Indian: Chakka
The jackfruit (alternately jack tree, jakfruit, or sometimes simply jack or jak. Artocarpus heterophyllus), is a species of tree in the Artocarpus genus of the mulberry family (Moraceae). It is native to parts of South and Southeast Asia, and is believed to have originated in the southwestern rain forests of India, in present-day Kerala, coastal Karnataka and Maharashtra. The jackfruit tree is well suited to tropical lowlands, and its fruit is the largest tree-borne fruit, reaching as much as 36 kg in weight and up to 90 cm long and 50 cm in diameter.
In the food context, "jackfruit" refers to a large, tropical fruit with a sweet and distinctive flavor. Here are some examples of how jackfruit is used in food:
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Jackfruit tacos: A vegetarian or vegan alternative to pulled pork tacos made with shredded jackfruit, spices, and a sauce.
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Jackfruit curry: A dish made with jackfruit, coconut milk, and curry spices. Often served with rice or naan bread.
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Jackfruit burgers: A vegetarian or vegan alternative to beef burgers made with jackfruit, breadcrumbs, and spices.
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Jackfruit chips: Thinly sliced and fried jackfruit that is often served as a snack.
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Jackfruit ice cream: A frozen dessert made with jackfruit and cream or coconut milk.
Other foods that are similar to jackfruit include:
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Durian: A tropical fruit with a strong and pungent aroma, often used in desserts and as a snack.
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Breadfruit: A starchy tropical fruit that is often used in savory dishes, similar to how potatoes are used.
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Sapodilla: A tropical fruit with a sweet and caramel-like flavor, often used in desserts and as a snack.
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Rambutan: A small, red fruit with a sweet and juicy flesh, often used in desserts and as a snack.
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Lychee: A small, round fruit with a sweet and floral flavor, often used in desserts and as a garnish.