Black Sapote

Black sapotes are round, compact fruits that look similar to a persimmon in shape and size. They range from 5 to 15 centimeters in diameter and have a lime-green hue with a spiky dark green stem. Their skin is smooth and shiny, dotted with tiny, bubble-like dots across their surface. As Black sapotes ripen, dark smudges and spots appear on their skin. The fruit becomes wrinkled, giving it a bruised appearance at peak ripeness. Black sapote flesh is dark brown and has a burnt, caramelized look that takes on the texture of a date or overripe papaya when ready to eat. Within this flesh are 6 to 12 smooth, flat brown seeds that measure 1 to 3 centimeters wide and should be removed before consumption. Black sapotes have a dynamic flavor that combines a sweet, chocolate-like custard taste with notes of prune, date, honey, caramel, and molasses.