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Sapodilla

Also call: Chiku                                

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DESCRIPTION

A small round oval fruit with a thin green skin which turn corky brown containing honey orange colour, sweet and juicy flesh with shiny black seeds. Taste like vanilla flavoured banana.

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HISTORY AND ORIGIN

Native to Central America and of the West Indies.

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BUYING AND STORAGE

Select firm, well shaped undamaged fruit. Ripen at room temperature until soft and store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.

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PREPARATION AND USE

Cut in half and eat fresh in hand with a teaspoon. Remove seed and add to fruit salad or ice cream or use as a sauce.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Not avaialable.

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RECIPE  click here

 

 

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Last modified: July 19, 2003