Why does durian taste bitter?

Durian is a very special fruit. Although it smells very bad, the flesh is very sweet, soft and has a creamy taste. It is very popular among some people. However, some people find that durian tastes bitter when eaten. What is the reason for this? Is it because the durian has gone bad? The following article introduces the reasons why durian tastes bitter and common precautions.

Why is durian bitter?

Generally speaking, the bitterness of durian flesh is caused by overripeness. If it is sweet with a slight bitterness, it is normal. If it also has a smell of alcohol, it is probably spoiled and it is best not to eat it.

In addition, the flesh of fresh and ripe durian is a light yellow in color, and it has a natural aroma after being opened. However, after opening some durians, you will find that the flesh has changed color, some have turned black, and the smell it emits is also offensive. At this time, it can be concluded that this durian is a spoiled fruit and can no longer be eaten.

Precautions for eating durian

1. Durian is delicious, but don’t eat too much at one time, otherwise it will easily cause body heat. Its rich nutrients can also cause "heat" because the stomach and intestines cannot fully absorb them. This would be a waste of time and effort. The flesh of durian is soft. If it is not soft enough or you cannot finish it in one go, you can wrap each petal in plastic wrap and freeze them. The durian that has been frozen and then thawed will be softer than before freezing, but the taste is still strong.

2. It is best to eat durian with mangosteen. The flesh of durian contains heat, and eating too much will cause nosebleeds. The way to avoid getting angry is to eat mangosteen, because mangosteen can clear away heat and reduce fire. It is worth noting that eating durian and mangosteen at the same time can avoid getting a sore throat, but it may cause constipation. Because these two fruits are rich in fiber, they will absorb water and swell in the stomach and intestines. Eating too much will block the intestines and cause constipation.

3. Durian is warm in nature. If you eat too much, it will cause dryness and heat to rise and symptoms of dampness and toxicity will appear. If you want to relieve discomfort, drink kelp and mung bean soup or selfheal soup.

4. Durian is a fruit with a very sticky texture and is easily accumulated in the intestines. Therefore, it is best to drink more boiled water when eating durian, which can help the body absorb and decompose durian.

Tips for choosing durian

1. Listen to the sound and shake the durian gently a few times. The sound means the durian is ripe and can be eaten.

2. Look at the color. Choose the ones that are yellowish, don’t choose the green ones. The yellow ones are usually more ripe. The dark yellow or even brown ones are not good-looking, but they are very sweet.

3. Look at the size. Big durians are more juicy and sweeter. Choose the ones that look like a mace, with hilly protrusions. The more hills there are, the more meat there is. The more flesh there is inside, the more it weighs. Generally, a mature durian weighs 3-5 kilograms.

4. Look at the weight. For durians of the same size, lighter durians have smaller cores, while heavier durians have larger cores. Light durians can be eaten immediately, while heavy durians may only be 70% or 80% ripe.

5. Smell the smell. A good durian has a strong smell. You can use your nose to smell the cracked part. A durian with a strong and strong smell is definitely a good durian.