The skin should be thick and warty, with bright green skin. Choose breadfruits with no blemishes.
Some breadfruit turns a light shade of yellow when it’s ready. Others, you can’t judge by the color.
It’s easier to tell by squeezing the fruit. If it’s soft and smells aromatic, it’s ready to be plucked. If it has fallen from the tree, it may be too late. It’s easily bruised.
Store breadfruit in the refrigerator up to one week after purchase. The skin color will darken while in the refrigerator.
Excellent source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Good source of vitamins B1 and B6, pantothenic acid, and magnesium. Low in fat. Saturated fat free, cholesterol, and sodium free.