What is Ackee?

Ackee is the national fruit of Jamaica and originally comes from West Africa. In Jamaica, the fruit is also called aki or aki plum. Together with saltfish (salted cod), ackee forms the national dish Ackee & Saltfish, which is known worldwide for its Jamaican cuisine.

Buying ackee – advantages of Jamaica's national fruit

Ackee fruit is 100% vegan and perfectly suited for a plant-based diet. It adds variety to your cooking and, thanks to its creamy texture, can be used as a savory alternative to scrambled eggs. Furthermore, ackee is rich in linoleic acid, an important omega-6 fatty acid, and contains valuable fiber as well as vitamins C and niacin, which can naturally enrich your diet.

What does ackee taste like?

Visually, ackee resembles a lychee, but its taste is more like a vegetable. Its creamy, delicate texture and mild, slightly nutty flavor are often compared to almonds or chickpeas.
The black seed of the fruit must be removed before cooking – it is not edible.