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Arka Jackolate is jackfruit seed powder and mushroom based chocolate developed by ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Seeds constitute 12-23% of a fresh jackfruit, which is thrown away as waste. Jackfruit seed contains 60-65% starch (RS-Type-2), 2% crude fibre and an array of phytochemicals reported to have antibiotic and anti-cancerous properties. A technology has been developed to deliver such a wonderful natural product to the body through chocolate, which is most liked by all age groups. The technology comprises of packaging jackfruit seed powder with several other natural ingredients like mushroom, sesame, butter,etc., in certain a proportion and wrapping it with chocolate. The product is highly tasty and nutritious with 5.0-6.0% protein, lesser fat and calorific value, higher fibre and antioxidant activity.