Ginataang Langka (Young unripe jackfruit)

Ingredients:

3 kilos cleaned young langka

2 regular size coconut, grated and pureed with 1 cup of warm water, set aside (first extraction)

2 cups of warm water for (second extraction) 

Regular size ginger

3 sprigs of spring onion

1/4 pork fat
100 gms dried fish 

Method:

• Cook langka with the second extraction of gata (puree) over high heat, when boiling set to medium heat until tender.
• Add the sliced pork fat, sliced ginger and cut up spring onion.
• When most tender set the heat to low, cook some more until gata (puree) becomes oily.
• Add the dried fish.
• Add the first extraction of gata (puree) set to high heat, let it boil then set to medium heat until creamy.
• Adjust taste with salt and garnish with green chilli.

Jackfruit is the national fruit of Bangladesh and Indonesia, the origin is unknown, though it has flourished in many parts of the world but not very suitable in cold climate, it grows mostly in Asian countries such as India,Bangladesh, Sri Lanka,Thailand and Philippines.We love jackfruit especially when it's ripe, sweet and juicy. The dish I am going to share has always been the favorite of the whole family.

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Jackfruit serves as an excellent protective agent against viral and bacterial infections due to the presence of Vitamin C. This fruit is known to strengthen the immune system by improving the condition of white blood cells. It is beneficial in eliminating cancer causing free radicals in the body and inhibiting the degeneration of cells. This fruit is a great source of fiber, this helps in avoiding constipation. It also protect against the colon mucus by eradicating carcinogenic chemicals from the large instestine, being an excellent source of vitamin A, it monitors health of the skin and eyes specifically by keeping vision related problems, like macular degeneration and night blindness. With simple sugars such as fructose and sucrose present in jackfruit, it is useful in boosting energy levels, without adding fat cholesterol to the body.

Magnesium is found in large amounts in jackfruit absorbs calcium in the body and contribute to strengthening of bones and prevention of bone related disorders like osteoporosis. Jackfruit plays a significant role in thyroid metabolism due to the presence of copper in their flesh thereby promoting hormone production and absorption. The potassium content is useful in lowering blood pressure thus, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. It's a heart friendly due to Vitamin B6 that reduces the levels of homocystein in the blood. It fulfills the iron needs in the body, thereby promoting proper blood circulation and preventing cases of anemia.With anti ageing properties, jackfruits are known to inhibit the degeneration of cells, thereby giving the consumer a younger, suppler and more glowing skin.www.foodofy.com