Artocarpus heterophyllus

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Artocarpus heterophyllus

Common name:
Jackfruit

Local name:
Mfene

Country:
Kenya

Food Group(s):
Fruit

Part of plant/stage of process:
yellow-fleshed, peeled, raw

The fruit's sweet aroma is a mix of mango, banana, apple and pineapple. Its pulp is fibrous and starchy and is a good source of dietary fibers as well as a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C and potassium. It can be used to make custards, cakes, ice creams or fried to make jackfruit chips. The seeds from ripe fruits can be boiled, baked or roasted.