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Jackfrucht

jackfruit

noun YAK-fruekht Rare
Food & Drink Fruits

Origin: from Portuguese jaca

Usage Note

Jackfrucht is the world's largest tree fruit, widely known in Germany as a vegan meat substitute. The unripe, canned version (grüne Jackfrucht) is used in pulled-pork-style dishes. Available in Asian shops and health-food stores. Plural: Jackfrüchte.

Examples

"Grüne Jackfrucht lässt sich als veganer Fleischersatz in Currys verwenden."

Natural Translation

Green jackfruit can be used as a vegan meat substitute in curries.

Literal Translation

Green jackfruit lets itself as vegan meat substitute in curries use.

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