noun
- A tropical West African tree (Blighia sapida) or its edible fruit, which has a creamy yellow flesh and is commonly used in Caribbean cuisine.
Usage: Also spelled 'ackee'; The fruit is a staple ingredient in Jamaican cooking
Examples
- Akee and saltfish is a traditional Jamaican breakfast dish.
- The akee tree produces bright red pods that split open when ripe.
- She bought fresh akee at the Caribbean market to prepare her family's favorite meal.
- The creamy texture of akee makes it a popular ingredient in many island recipes.
- Akee is rich in vitamins and has been cultivated in the Caribbean for centuries.