If you're familiar with jackfruit, it's probably in the context of vegan barbecue. The plant has recently gained some buzz as an alternative to pulled pork, but the kitchen team at Aung Maylika does something very different with it: they transform it into a dessert by deep-frying the jackfruit and then embellishing it with banana, chocolate, and ice cream. The decadent dessert is just one example of the creative Burmese cuisine served at Aung Maylika.

Before you indulge in dessert, start with some apps like the crispy salt-and-pepper tofu or the samosas stuffed with potatoes, peas, and a blend of Burmese spices. Then try one of the larger plates, such as Maylika's stir-fried chili beef with tamarind, onions, jalapenos, soy sauce, vinegar, and basil or the popular mango chicken with a mix of pureed mango and chunks of the fresh fruit. Sip milk straight from a fresh young coconut as you feast.

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