Ripe jackfruit Archives

eLanka Newsletter – 10th July 2024 – 3rd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter A TALE OF THREE CITIES – POLONNARUWA ANGKOR AND BAGAN – (LOWER MYANMAR).- By Bernard VanCuylenburg Newsletter – May-June 2024 – from Sri Lanka High Commisson, Canberra Australian Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) Cricket Schedule 2024 – Dates & Times and How to Watch Live – Milestone Weber WBBL|10 season to usher in new era Obituary – Abeyagunewardena JP, Don Vinee Birthdays – by Charmaine Candappa Another successful Eighty Club luncheon and a sellout crowd responded to make it a great afternoon at the Grand on Princes By Trevine Rodrigo The English Language – a bit of poetry -By Charles Schokman Dragonfruit: The Exotic Superfruit – By Nadeeka – eLanka Ripe Jackfruit (Waraka) in Sri Lanka: A Culinary and Cultural Delight-by Kalani-eLanka Forgotten Fortresses: ...

Ripe Jackfruit (Waraka) in Sri Lanka: A Culinary and Cultural Delight-by Kalani-eLanka In the tropical paradise of Sri Lanka, ripe jackfruit, locally known as “waraka,” is a beloved fruit that holds a prominent place in the island’s culinary traditions and cultural heritage. This large, sweet, and aromatic fruit is enjoyed in numerous ways, making it a versatile and cherished component of Sri Lankan cuisine. Ripe jackfruit is distinguished by its vibrant yellow or orange flesh, which is soft, juicy, and sweet. The fruit’s distinctive aroma is both enticing and memorable. Each jackfruit can weigh anywhere from a few kilograms to over 30 kilograms, making it one of the largest fruits grown on trees. The fruit is segmented into multiple bulbs, each containing a seed, which is also edible. Waraka is not only delicious but also highly nutritious. It is an excellent source of: Vitamins: Particularly rich in vitamin C and ...