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.
Black sapotes are known for their chocolate-like flavor and are typically used for desserts like mousse, ice cream, and pie filling. Their dark flesh can be scooped out and eaten raw but is preferably sweetened and added to beverages, ice creams, cakes, and shakes.
Miami, FL
Nearly a decade ago, Miami began selling fruit at local farmers' markets, initially using a bicycle to pick up produce from nearby farms. As demand grew, Miami Fruit expanded, transitioning to car and van transport.
By 2016, prompted by requests from Facebook friends nationwide, Miami teamed up with partner Edelle Schlegel to establish Miami Fruit officially. Today, they collaborate with numerous local growers and operate their own seven-acre farm. The fruit they source usually ships the day after it’s picked, and it’s oftentimes fruit that simply can’t be found outside of the Tropics.