Neeseberry - (Sapadilla)

2026-02-25T17:25:04-05:00

Vendor: Mohabir Market
Type: Fresh Produce
Price: 13.00 - 58.49 (3 variants)

📦 Availability & Shipping Notice

This product will be available starting Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Orders containing this item will begin shipping on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Thank you for your patience as we prepare this seasonal product for shipment.

Naseberry / Sapadilla

Sapadilla (also known as Naseberry or Sapodilla) is a beloved tropical fruit harvested from the evergreen Manilkara zapota tree, native to the rainforests of Guyana, Central America, and the Caribbean. Renowned for its unique, dessert-like qualities, it is a seasonal staple in West Indian markets. The fruit is chosen for its natural sweetness and its historical reputation as a high-energy restorative in tropical diets.

Flavor Profile

The flavor is exceptionally sweet and complex, often described as a blend of brown sugar, pear, and candied apricot with a hint of cinnamon. Because it is a latex-bearing fruit, the flesh has a distinctively smooth, slightly malty, and pear-like grainy texture. It possesses a rich, honeyed body that leaves a soft, sugary sweetness lingering on the palate.

Typical Use

It is most frequently enjoyed fresh as a hand-fruit. In Caribbean households, a ripe Sapadilla is simply halved and the soft, pulpy flesh is scooped out with a spoon, avoiding the smooth black seeds. Due to its high sugar content, it is also a popular ingredient for blended milkshakes, chilled smoothies, and homemade fruit custards where its natural sweetness acts as a primary flavoring agent.

Cultural Use & Recipes

The Energy Booster: Culturally, Sapadilla is valued as a "power fruit" used to provide quick energy and fiber. It is a favorite among those looking for a natural, wholesome treat that satisfies a sweet tooth.

The "Naseberry" Shake: To prepare traditionally, blend the deseeded pulp of two ripe fruits with chilled milk (or a dairy-free alternative), a pinch of nutmeg, and a splash of vanilla essence. The result is a thick, creamy beverage that tastes like a natural caramel malt.

Chilled Fruit Medley: For a refreshing tropical dessert, dice the firm-ripe fruit and toss with a squeeze of lime juice. The acidity of the lime cuts through the intense brown-sugar sweetness of the fruit, creating a perfectly balanced palate cleanser.

Sold by weight. Select your preferred pound option.
Fresh Sapadilla sold by weight.
Available weight options:
• 3 lb
• 5 lb
• 10 lb
Piece size varies naturally. Final weight based on total product weight.