jackfruit

noun

jack·fruit | \ ˈjak-ˌfrüt

Definition of jackfruit

: a large tropical Asian tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) related to the breadfruit that yields a fine-grained yellow wood and immense fruits which contain an edible pulp and nutritious seeds also : its fruit

Examples of jackfruit in a Sentence

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Maybe the ceviche’s marinade was too bright; maybe the jackfruit mole was too weird, spilling out of a blue corn sope like a sort of vegan Sloppy Joe. — Rob Haskell, Vogue, "What’s Next for Gabriela Cámara? A New L.A. Restaurant—And Foray into Politics," 15 May 2019 Boss points out green beans, jackfruit, and kaffir limes used in the coconut-flavored dish called lawar. — Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, "Finding the Bali You Came For," 16 Nov. 2018 The prepared jackfruit, brands like Upton’s Naturals, are found in the produce section near the tofu. — Anna Thomas Bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Jazz up family taco night with exotic jackfruit, a vegetarian option," 8 May 2018 Add jackfruit and chopped onion, toss to coat evenly. — San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Pulled Jackfruit Tacos," 13 June 2018 In a pot, combine the jackfruit, liquid and one-quarter cup of the seasoning. — Nancy Miller, The Courier-Journal, "More than just a gastropub. Food at Monnik is as awesome as the beer," 10 July 2018 Char Bar does a jackfruit sandwich that is delicious. — Sam Mellinger, kansascity, "Mellinger Minutes: Danny Duffy good again, Royals and 100 losses, and, oh yes, the Chiefs," 12 June 2018 Add jackfruit, beans and corn and cook until warmed through, about 3 to 5 minutes. — Anna Thomas Bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Jazz up family taco night with exotic jackfruit, a vegetarian option," 8 May 2018 There is also an array of curries to choose from, including gulai nangka (jackfruit curry), spicy pork rind curry and telor balado (egg curry). — Brea Salim, San Francisco Chronicle, "Indo Cafe and the quest for a small piece of Indonesia in the Bay Area," 10 Apr. 2018

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