I have never been a sapota/sapodilla (known as chikoo in hindi/urdu) fan. Perhaps it was it’s unappetising brown looks or something else that never really appealed to me. However, when I tasted chikoo smoothie at a friend’s place I loved the taste and texture. I had found a way in which I could enjoy this high fibre and anti oxidant rich fruit.
Here in Canada it’s hard to find fresh chikoos but frozen slices are easily available at “desi” (Indo-Pak) grocery stores. That’s actually better for me since frozen fruits result in a a thicker smoothie and also eliminate the need for ice, plus there’s the convenience factor too – no peeling, deseeding or chopping. Studies suggest that frozen fruits are just as nutritious as the fresh ones since they are typically flash frozen at the peak of freshness, which maximizes nutrients.
Sapota/Sapodilla (Chikoo) Smoothie recipe
Ingredients: (To make one glass)
Frozen sapota (chikoo) slices – 1/2 glass
Cold milk – 1/2 glass
Honey/sugar – 1 tsp or according to taste (Chikoos are naturally very sweet so you don’t need much honey)
Dash of cinnamon powder or vanilla extract (optional)
Method: Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately.
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We would have Chickoo Shake so often in summer back in India, thanks for sharing , brought back many good memories, now I am gonna make some 🙂
wow! i too dont like it much …but guess shud start…:) cos ur recipe is invitin!
looks so yummy..will give it a try soon..wonderful recipe!!
Spicy-Aroma
yumm, feel like grabbing and having this yummy smoothie..LOVE IT.
That looks Deeelicious.!!! yummy.. thnx forlinking it up
Chickkoooo smoothie …my favourite !!!! sadly we dont get here in germany 🙁 I agree frozen fruits are the best option to in these summer days…no fear of them getting spoiled soon 🙂 Thank you Sadaf for sharing it with Healthy Morsels-Pregnancy 🙂
I am a chikoo fan, love the soft flesh inside…this looks yum…
The scorching heat of India used to make cool drinks taste even better. Enjoy the nostalgia 🙂
Try it once . Chikoos are full of fiber and important nutrients .
Thanks Poonam.
Thanks Priya.
Thanks for hosting the wonderful event Sumee.
Then you will definitely love it Suchi.
Quick fix smoothies are a great way to gulp down a glass full of calcium,fibre and other nutrients during pregnancy. I hope your event is a grand success.
Love this smoothie for breakfast..
this is looking awesome and delicious
Wow!yummy smoothie.Nice click too.
delicious looking combination for a smoothie
Thanks Kanan.
It makes a great breakfast – delicious, healthy and filling.
Thanks Asiya. It seems finally I’m making some progress in food photography 🙂 Especially beverages are a pain to click.
Thanks for stopping by Akheela.
Ooh! Nicee…We used to have Chikoo shake all the time back in during college days. Looks delicious 🙂
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