Jack Seeds

ORIGINS

As they’re part of the Jackfruit, their origins are same as the latter - the south-western rainforests of the Indian subcontinent

TASTE

Milky, sweet taste

AYURVEDA & MEDICINAL USES

Jack seeds are a rich source of vitamin B compounds, thiamine and riboflavin, essential for maintaining healthy skin, eyes and hair. Riboflavin also acts as an antioxidant, helping prevent damage to body cells from free radicals. According to studies, Saponin, a photochemical found in Jack seeds, has shown anti-cancer activity. Jack seeds also contain compounds that may have an antimicrobial effect, potentially helping to prevent contamination with bacteria that cause food borne illnesses. The seeds are a rich source of protein too!

NOTABLE FACTS

With Jackfruit being a staple food in Sri Lanka, its seeds too are a favourite among many.

One Jackfruit can contain up to 500 seeds, therefore snacking opportunities galore!

When roasted, they make great substitutes for chestnuts as they share a somewhat similar taste.

TRY-ME RECIPES

Jack seeds make awesome snacks when baked or roasted. Plus, they’re healthy too!

Prepare an amazing dish of pan-roasted jack fruit seeds by adding the seeds to a dry, cast iron skillet and roasting over medium-high heat. Shake the pan occasionally and heat till the skin is blistered and cracked or until the seeds can be easily pierced by a fork. Once cool enough to touch peel off the outer, white layer and serve.