jackfruit

noun

jack·fruit ˈjak-ˌfrüt

: 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

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Yeah, and jackfruits, and the various actors wondering who was gonna throw up first. —

Jen Chaney, Vulture, 25 Nov. 2024 Alongside the usual trendy favorites — al pastor, birria, carne asada — there’s also tinga and New Delhi tandoori, with proteins (chicken, steak, jackfruit or tofu) slow-cooked in a clay oven then tossed in a tangy spiced sauce. —

Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2024 The cream’s frizz-fighting powers come from hydrating jackfruit extract, which is packed with vitamins A and C. —

Sarah Felbin, SELF, 19 Sep. 2024 Arak commercial production is still in its infancy and currently, there are araks on the market made out of snake fruit, jackfruit, sweet potato and more. —

Kaila Yu, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for jackfruit