Mamey
Pouteria sapota — Sapotaceae
Italiano: Mamey sapote
Description
Mamey (Pouteria sapota) belongs to the Sapotaceae family and is native to SouthAmerica. It thrives in Tropical lowland forest, secondary growth, northern South America environments across regions including SouthAmerica. Botanically, Mamey is large tropical American tree with football-sized brown rough-skinned fruits containing bright orange sweet flesh around a single large seed.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 7/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during April, February, July, June, March and May. Nutritionally, Mamey stands out for its Vitamin C (45.0mg, 50% DV), Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 5.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Mamey offers a Sweet, pumpkin pie-sweet potato-caramel, creamy, rich flavor profile. Wait until slightly soft to touch; cut lengthwise; remove large central seed; eat flesh. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating, Smoothies, Ice cream, Milkshakes, Desserts. Popular preparations include Cut fruit in half; remove seed; scoop orange flesh with spoon. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Large seed not edible; latex in unripe fruit irritates mouth. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Cut fruit in half; remove seed; scoop orange flesh with spoon
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: Fresh eating, Smoothies, Ice cream, Milkshakes, Desserts Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Cut fruit in half; remove seed; scoop orange flesh with spoon
