Red Jackfruit is an evergreen tree mostly cultivated throughout tropical regions. It is known by many names like Deang Surya, Thailand Red, Red Jack, etc..
How does it taste?
- The fruits have reddish-orange flesh and an attractive aroma.
- It is intensely sweet with very low latex content.
- It offers a high yield and the fruit weighs up to 10 Kg.
Characteristics
- Water permeable soil and moderate sunlight are ideal for cultivating this variety.
- Budded saplings are best for cultivating Red Jack trees.
- It bears fruit within 3-4 years.
- It is ideal for growing on house compounds and in orchards.
Health Benefits
- A rich source of vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber, and some other essential vitamins and minerals.
- Jackfruit seeds may help reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
- Raw jackfruit helps in type 2 diabetes.
- Jackfruit is a rich source of antioxidants, that is essential for a healthy immune system.
It contains substances with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal properties that may also help promote wound healing.
Nutrition Facts
One cup of sliced Jackfruit (165-gram) provides the following nutrients:
- Calories: 155
- Carbs: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
- Vitamin A: 10% of the RDI
- Vitamin C: 18% of the RDI
- Riboflavin: 11% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 15% of the RDI
- Potassium: 14% of the RDI
- Copper: 15% of the RDI
- Manganese: 16% of the RDI
