CEMPEDAK

Cempedak is a native to this part of the world. Indeed wild Cempedak is found scattered in the high forest thoughout the mainland from the lowlands. Cempedak like nangka a collective or compound fruit. It is borne on the trunk or main branches and attains a dimension of 20-50 cm by 10-15 cm. The rind is golden yellow to light brown, covered with numerous fleshy spines. The flesh is golden yellow to light brown, with a rather slimy, custard-like texture. It is eaten raw or deep fried together with the seed. Its flavour is very strong, reminiscent of Durian and Bacang. Its food value is similar to Nangka.