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Ackee

Blighia sapida Allergen-Free
Ackee

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Sapindaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Jamaican, West African
  • Seasonality Late Summer to Early Winter (fresh); Year-Round (canned)
  • Source Ackee Fruit

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Ackee ?

A fruit native to West Africa, known for its buttery texture and mild, nutty flavor, commonly used in Jamaican cuisine after careful preparation.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Ackee ?

Le/La/L'Ackee a un goût mild, nutty, buttery, slightly sweet avec des arômes subtle, earthy, mildly aromatic.

Taste
Mild, Nutty, Buttery, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Creamy, Soft, Custardy
Aroma
Subtle, Earthy, Mildly Aromatic
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 100g
Calories150 kcal
Total Fat15 g
Saturated Fat5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein4 g
Total Carbohydrate9 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Total Sugars5 g
Calcium30 mg
Iron3 mg
Potassium300 mg

Le secret du chef

When cooking canned ackee, drain and rinse it gently. Add it to your dish at the very end of cooking to prevent it from breaking down too much.

Substituts & Proportions pour Ackee

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Ackee est Scrambled Tofu, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar fluffy, creamy texture and ability to absorb flavors, good for savory dishes.

Substituts pour Ackee avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Scrambled Tofu Meilleur 1:1 Similar fluffy, creamy texture and ability to absorb flavors, good for savory dishes.
Canned Palm Heart 1:1 Can be cut and cooked to achieve a similar soft, slightly fibrous texture, though flavor is different.
Artichoke Hearts (canned) 1:1 Provides a soft, meaty texture but has a distinct flavor profile.
Firm Avocado 1:1 Offers a buttery texture and mild flavor, though not suitable for direct cooking like ackee.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Ackee

  1. Always purchase canned ackee from reputable brands.
  2. Never consume fresh, unripe, or unopened ackee pods due to toxicity.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Ackee ?

  • Saltfish
  • callaloo
  • bell peppers
  • onions
  • Scotch bonnet pepper
  • rice and peas.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Ackee ?

Mild, Nutty, Buttery, Slightly Sweet Subtle, Earthy, Mildly Aromatic

Quel est un bon substitut pour Ackee ?

Le meilleur substitut est Scrambled Tofu (1:1). Similar fluffy, creamy texture and ability to absorb flavors, good for savory dishes.

Comment choisir et conserver le Ackee ?

Always purchase canned ackee from reputable brands. Never consume fresh, unripe, or unopened ackee pods due to toxicity.

Ingrédients Fruit associés

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