Jackfruit

Green and prickly, Jackfruit is a large tropical fruit with pale yellow pods on the inside that contain seeds. To prepare, slice it in half, cut into chunks and boil until soft. Peel off the skin and separate the flesh from the pods. Jackfruit flesh absorbs the flavor of whatever you're cooking it with and is often used as a meat substitute in vegan curry or stir fry. When ripe, it tastes like a combination of mango and pineapple. Give it a try and see why it's so popular in Asian cuisine.

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