Description
Chikoo / Sapota
Description/Taste
Chikoo is an egg-shaped tropical fruit that grows on trees that can reach up to 30 meters in height. Its oval shape bears a resemblance to a kiwi, accented by slightly pointed ends, a light brown hue, and fuzzy brown skin. Ranging from 5 to 9 centimeters in diameter, it mirrors the dimensions of a small potato. Chikoo has translucent yellowish-orange flesh that’s both juicy and subtly grainy, harboring 2 to 5 shiny black seeds. The fruit emits a sweet and slightly malty fragrance that blends notes of pear, brown sugar, and occasionally a whisper of vanilla. Chikoo presents a bitter and astringent taste in its unripe state, evoking a dry, puckering sensation akin to an unripe persimmon or black sapote. When ripe, Chikoo becomes sweet like a pear, with a strong, malty flavor similar to molasses.