What is mamey o zapote?

Mamey or Zapote is a tropical fruit that is native to Central and South America. It is a member of the Sapotaceae family and is also known as Zapote, Sapote, or Mamey Sapote. The fruit has a rough, brown, and hairy outer skin that needs to be peeled before eating the soft and sweet orange flesh inside. Mamey or zapote is enjoyed fresh, cooked, or made into drinks. It is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, potassium, and iron. Mamey or Zapote is also believed to have medicinal properties, particularly in improving digestive health and preventing constipation.