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I love breadfruit, period. Especially when it is turned (half-ripe).  I can easily eat breadfruit daily if I have access to it regularly.  Breadfruit is a very common fruit tree in Jamaica.  As such, you will find the tree in many yards, both urban and rural.  While most of us might eat it cooked with ground provisions or roasted, some of us might not be aware that it can make a great punch.  One that is simple, filling and tasty.   Try it nuh!

INGREDIENTS

• 3 pegs of boiled breadfruit (preferably fit not ripened).
• 1 tsp vanilla extract.
• 2 cups almond milk.
• 2 tsp coconut powder (optional).
• A dash of salt.
• 2 tsp sugar.
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder.
• 1 cup water.

INSTRUCTIONS

• Add all the ingredients to a blender.
• Blend until smooth.
• Serve and Enjoy!

Note:

This punch will provide you with protein, fiber, calcium, and iron among other benefits.  Remember, to use fit breadfruit, not the ripened ones. If you require more sweetness, you can add a bit of honey. This recipe has a serving of about three (3).

You can also enjoy these other great recipes:

• Okra Punch – It’s all about the fiber!
• Jamaican Seasoned Rice Recipe with an added nutritional twist!
• A Smarter Green Smoothie – A Smarter way to Enjoy your Nutrients!

Ingredient Spotlight!

~ Breadfruit~

Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is a tree of the mulberry family. While it might seem like a humble fruit, it is choked full of nutrients. 

Some of the nutrients of breadfruit include riboflavin, niacin (vitamin B3) and thiamin (vitamin B1).  It also contains minerals such as phosphorus, copper, iron, magnesium, calcium, and zinc, among others.

It is said to contain no saturated fat but is high in starch and calories.  It can be eaten roasted, boiled, fried (after roasting) and even ground into flour.  In this dish, we enjoy it as a punch, which is filling and delicious.

To good health!

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