3303 Babaco

Babaco is an elongated, five-sided, seedless fruit with pale yellow flesh and a thin, edible skin that turns from green to yellow as it ripens. Its sweet-tart flavor profile is often described as a refreshing blend of strawberry, pineapple, and papaya.

PLU Code 3303

Details about Babaco

Also known as Champagne Fruit, Mountain Papaya, Higacho

Babaco is a natural hybrid in the papaya family, characterized by its seedless nature and pentagonal shape. It grows well in highland tropical climates at elevations between 3,000-6,000 feet. The fruit is harvested when it begins to show yellow coloration and will continue to ripen after picking.

Ecuador's highland treasure with a unique pentagonal shape and refreshing tropical flavor

Nutrition

Babaco is a nutritious tropical fruit with the following nutritional content per 100 grams serving:

Energy: 23 kcal

Carbohydrates: 5.4 grams

Fiber: 1.9 grams

Protein: 0.8 grams

Fat: 0.1 grams

Vitamin C: 31 mg (34% of DV)

Vitamin A: 18% of DV

Potassium: 220 mg

Calcium: 12 mg

Iron: 0.4 mg

Babaco also contains papain, a digestive enzyme, and various antioxidants. It's low in calories and has a high water content, making it hydrating and beneficial for digestion.

Storage

Store in a cool environment but avoid temperatures below 6°C to prevent chilling injury. Ripen at room temperature if harvested when not fully ripe.

Storage conditions:
  • Temperature: 6-8°C
  • Humidity: 85-90%

Sensitive to ethylene and should be stored away from ethylene-producing fruits.

Packaging

Ventilated boxes or paper wraps

Shelf life

1-2 weeks

Category: Fruits
Also known as: Champagne Fruit, Mountain Papaya, Higacho
Origin: Ecuador, specifically the highland valleys of the Andes mountains

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PLU codes, which stands for Price Look-Up codes, are 4 or 5-digit numbers used in grocery stores and supermarkets to identify fresh produce items.

  • 4-digit codes are for conventionally grown produce
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  • 5-digit codes starting with 8 were originally intended for GMO produce, but are rarely used

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The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS)

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