3138 Black Sapote

"Chocolate pudding of the fruit world"

The Black Sapote is a delicate, creamy, and sweet-tasting Central American fruit that tastes like a combination of banana and chocolate custard.

Also known as: Black Persimmon, Zapote Negro, Black Zapote

Botanical name: Diospyros digyna

Black Sapote illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

3138 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

FruitsSapoteAll Sizes

Origin

Mexico and Central America

Storage Temperature

10-15°C (50-59°F)

Shelf Life

5-7 days at optimal conditions, 3-5 days at room temperature

Status

Approved

About Black Sapote

The fruit has a black, slightly soft skin and smooth, custard-like pulp with a few seeds.

Nutrition Information

Black Sapote is a nutrient-rich fruit, here are its key nutrition facts per 100 grams of pulp.

Energy 738 kilojoules,

carbohydrates 30.71 grams,

dietary fibre 1.96 grams,

sugars 7.62 grams,

protein 2.33 grams,

total fat 3.51 grams,

water content 73.43 grams.

Vitamins include vitamin C 14.7 milligrams,

thiamin 0.021 milligrams,

riboflavin 0.028 milligrams,

niacin 1.742 milligrams,

panthotenic acid 0.461 milligrams,

vitamin B6 0.117 milligrams,

folate 30 micrograms,

vitamin A 11 micrograms,

vitamin K 2.4 micrograms.

Mineral content includes potassium 568 milligrams,

magnesium 29 milligrams,

manganese 0.54 milligrams,

phosphorus 39 milligrams,

iron 2.55 milligrams,

zinc 0.67 milligrams, and

copper 0.26 milligrams.

Storage & Handling

Black sapotes require cool temperatures and high humidity to maintain their flavor and texture. Proper packaging and handling can extend shelf life.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 10-15°C (50-59°F)
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Ventilated boxes or bags with protection from ethylene-producing fruits
Shelf Life: 5-7 days at optimal conditions, 3-5 days at room temperature
Storage Notes: Black sapotes continue to ripen after harvest and may require cooling to 4-5°C (39-41°F) to slow down ripening process.

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3138Black SapoteDiospyros digynaAll SizesFruitsSapoteApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
sapote
Variety:
Black
Created:
December 1999
Last Updated:
December 2023
PLU Code Reference

4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce

5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce

5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)


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