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The Jamaican Ackee - Related links

The Jamaican Ackee

Like fugu, the prized Japanese blowfish that can kill diners if not properly prepared, ackee has a titillating tinge of danger: Its pods contain hypoglycine, a lethal amino acid that dissipates when the ripe fruit bursts, making it safe to eat.

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