Latin name: Artocarpus heterophyllus
Other names: Jack tree
Uses: fruit, vegetable, pickled, fried, chips, flour, dessert
What is jackfruit?
The largest tree fruit in the world, jackfruit belongs to the Moraceae family, which includes fig, mulberry, and breadfruit. Weighing anywhere between 10 and a whopping 50 pounds or more, these enormous fruits have thick, bumpy greenish-brown skin that looks almost lizard-like. Inside you’ll find a mass of plump, stringy yellow pods. Relished both green and ripe, jackfruit is increasingly available in fresh, frozen and canned form.
Why is jackfruit healthy?
Who would have guessed that a low-carb fruit packed full of antioxidants, magnesium, fiber, and vitamin B6 could also be a superior meat replacement? In 2016, plant-based eaters made it a Google “rising star” based on search volume, praising jackfruit for its versatility and unique, meat-like texture. Studies show it also may reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis.
What does jackfruit taste like?
When ripe, jackfruit is sweet like a banana, with a slightly tangy acidity reminiscent of pineapple. The bulbs have a bouncy texture like gummy candy. Unripe jackfruit is not sweet and is consumed in cooked form only, almost always in savory dishes. When roasted, compounds found in jackfruit seeds can produce aromas similar to processed cocoa beans. As a result, efforts are underway to see if the seed powder could work as a cacao alternative.
How do I use jackfruit?
Ripe jackfruit is eaten raw out of hand as well as featured in tropical desserts and sweets around the world, including the crushed ice and condensed milk dessert halo-halo in Philippines, Vietnamese chè, and the South Indian mini pancakes chakka nei appam. Since ripe jackfruit is naturally sweet, it is also processed into candies, syrups, juice concentrates, and preserves. Toasted and salted, the seeds make a popular snack.
You can cook unripe jackfruit in a variety of ways. The bulbs can be boiled for salads, fried like cutlets, or simply grilled or sautéed like a vegetable. In many Asian countries, jackfruit is stewed with meat and often served with steamed rice. In the southern states of India, sliced jackfruit bulbs are deep fried and eaten as chips. Through tropical South and Southeast Asia, people consume it in curries or straight off the tree. Cooks in the West have more recently taken a fancy to jackfruit, using it to make taco fillings, salads, burgers, and a vegetarian version of pulled pork. The dried fruit and seeds can be ground into flour.
What does jackfruit pair well with?
Jackfruit likes other tropical flavors — think coconut, and South or Southeast Asian spices.
Where does jackfruit grow?
Jackfruit is native to South and Southeast Asian countries, and is believed to have originated in the region between the Western Ghats of India and the rainforests of Malaysia. Tropical lowlands are ideal for its cultivation; today it’s grown widely throughout the tropical regions of the world. The English name “jackfruit” is derived from the Portuguese “jaca” which comes from the Malayalam term “chakka.”
How to buy jackfruit:
Unripe, it should be firm and sturdy. When ripe, it will become softer and more aromatic. Avoid too-soft or browning specimens.
Fun jackfruit fact:
The wood of the jackfruit tree is resistant to fungus and termites, which makes it an ideal building material for houses and furniture.
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Ujjayanta Palace is a former royal palace in Tripura. It is popularly believed that the palace was named by Rabindranath Tagore himself when he frequented the place. Built in the early 1900s, it is one of the most magnificent palaces of the last century. Until 2011, Ujjayanta Palace was the legislative assembly of Tripura, until it was shifted to Gurkhabasti. It is now a museum, an important tourist place in Agartala, located just 3.2 km Hotel Polo Towers, our hotel in Agartala.
This stunning 104-square-foot cabin straddles the Slovenian and Italian borders in the Alps, and is secured with cables to withstand harsh weather conditions.
The Fort City, Vellore is at the banks of Palar river. the iconic Vellore Fort was built in the 16th century by the Vijaynagar kings. Tipu Sultan’s family was housed here during the British rule. Apart from the fort, there are many places to visit in Vellore.
Days needed to visit: 2 days.
Tourist Spots
Vellore Fort
Srilakshmi Golden Temple
Jalakandeswarar Temple
Vainu Bappu Observatory Yelagiri Delhi Gate (Vellore)
Formerly named as Madras, the capital city of Tamil Nnadu, Chennai is the most visited tourist place in Tamil Nadu. It is the frontline of cultural, economical, social, commercial and industrial development in South India.
Days needed to visit chennai: 2-3 days.
Tourist Spots:
Marina Beach
The Huddleston Gardens Of Theosophical Society
Semmozhi Poonga
Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Pulicat Lake
Connemara Public Library
Breezy Beach National Art Gallery
Little Mount Shrine
A dreamy villa on top of the Pedregal hills in Mexico features impressive views of the city and sea below. Whether guests are lounging by the pool or socializing in the large living room, the sweeping views will steal everyone's attention.
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Tamil Nadu (/ˌtæmɪl ˈnɑːduː/; Tamil: [ˈtamiɻ ˈnaːɽɯ] ⓘ, abbr. TN) is the southernmost state of India. The tenth largest Indian state by area and the sixth largest by population, Tamil Nadu is the home of the Tamil people, who speak the Tamil language—the state's official language and one of the longest surviving classical languages of the world. The capital and largest city is Chennai.
Ooty Or Ootacamund Is The Capital Of The Nilgiris District. It Is One Of The Most Famous Hill Stations In India. The Place Lies At An Altitude Of 2,240 Meters Above Sea Level. The Blue Smoky Mist, The Eucalyptus Forests And The Rare Kurunji Flower Are The Special Features Of Ooty
Days needed to visit: 1 or 2 days.
Botanical Gardens
Government Rose Gardens
Doddabetta Peak
Tea Factory
Ooty Lake
Avalanche Lake
Pykara River
Mudumalai National Park
Emerald Lake
This city is famous for a number of historical monuments. Industries, and educational institutions. It comprises several industries of automobile, rubber, chemical and granite.
Days needed to visit: 2 or 3 days.
Tourist Spots
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Aayiram kaal Mandapam
Pazhamudhir Solai
Alagarkoil Temple And Shrine
Thirumalainayakkar Mahal
Gandhi Memorial Museum.
Koodai Azhagar Temple
Vaigai Dam
Kodaikanal is a hill town of Tamil Nadu with granite cliffs, forests, valleys, lakes, waterfalls and meadows. It is a beautiful hill station visited by a multitude of tourists. There are a number of tourist spots to be visited in Kodaikanal.
Days Needed To Visit: 1 to 2 days.
Tourist Spots
Cookers Walk
Mannavanur Lake
Kodaikanal Lake
Pine Forest
Dolphin Nose
Kurinji Andavar Temple
Pillar rocks
Guna Cave
Kanyakumari is the utmost point downwards from where one can get by land along the Indian coast; it is situated at the South tip of mainland India where Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean join together creating breathtaking vistas. Get amazed by the sunrise/sunset from Vivekananda Rock Memorial or Thiruvalluvar Statue this experience will remain in your memory forever! Additionally, there are some historical attractions like Padmanabhapuram Palace or an ancient temple dedicated to Devi Kanya Kumari.
Ooty, a hill station ensconced within Nilgiri Hills provides a perfect getaway from the sweltering heat of the plains. This place is well known for its lush tea gardens, serene lakes and mist-covered mountains which makes it heaven for people loving nature. Catch the train ride through Nilgiri Mountain Railway; take a walk around Government Botanical Garden with neatly trimmed plants or go boating at Ooty Lake with green peaceful water.
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Ooty Or Ootacamund Is The Capital Of The Nilgiris District. It Is One Of The Most Famous Hill Stations In India. The Place Lies At An Altitude Of 2,240 Meters Above Sea Level. The Blue Smoky Mist, The Eucalyptus Forests And The Rare Kurunji Flower Are The Special Features Of Ooty
Days needed to visit: 1 or 2 days.
Botanical Gardens
Government Rose Gardens
Doddabetta Peak
Tea Factory
Ooty Lake
Avalanche Lake
Pykara River
Mudumalai National Park
Emerald Lake
This city is famous for a number of historical monuments. Industries, and educational institutions. It comprises several industries of automobile, rubber, chemical and granite.
Days needed to visit: 2 or 3 days.
Tourist Spots
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Aayiram kaal Mandapam
Pazhamudhir Solai
Alagarkoil Temple And Shrine
Thirumalainayakkar Mahal
Gandhi Memorial Museum.
Koodai Azhagar Temple
Vaigai Dam
Chennai serves as the starting point of our journey. Known for its vibrant culture, Chennai presents a mix of tradition and modernity. Visitors can walk down landmarks such as Marina Beach landmark wherein lies history, iconic Kapaleeshwarar Temple or Fort St. George dating back to colonial era days. And while here don't forget about tasting traditional Tamil cuisine at local restaurants and buying some things at T Nagar market or Pondy Bazaar - really overpopulated with people.
