Jackfruit

So tall and huge a jackfruit tree is that one can use its branches to hold swings! It is possible for one tree to grow up to 20 meters in height and hold hundreds of pounds of fruit, of which only 30 percent are edible. One of the most treasured tropical fruits, and native to India and Indonesia, particularly Sumatra, jackfruit carries a distinctive aroma, considered unpleasant, from the outer shell all through its main seed, although not as strong as durian. In particular, there is a sticky sap when we cut open the shell, and getting rid of it requires a large amount of oil rubbed on our hands. However, the effort pays off. The yellow pod of the jackfruit with its crunchy flesh is believed to be rich in fiber and carries high doses of vitamin C. While people generally only eat the yellow skin, the large seed inside is also edible when boiled, with similar taste to potato, or used as an ingredient in curry dishes. In Central and East Java, it is common to find a vegetable dish that mixes jackfruit and red beans.