Durian has such an unpleasant odor that he is unlikely to be allowed to enter a public place. However, if you overcome the disgust or just close your nose and savor the juicy flesh, you will immediately understand where the concept of the king of fruits appeared. Of all the variety of fruits, only the durian became the owner of such a popular feature. Few people imagine that all this is absolute truth.
Durian has a "pleasant aroma" that makes it impossible to enter hotels, elevators, shops, taxis and many other public places. Some of them even have a special durian-shaped sign crossed out with a red line. This means that the entry with the fruit is strictly prohibited. This is due to the fact that the odor is very persistent and even after a long time after eating it, the aroma remains and, what is more important, it does not fade or is eliminated by the cosmetic products.
This is the main reason why it can not be stored for a long time. In the world there are many epithets that are used to describe the smell of this fruit. In spite of everything, he is considered the king of fruits. You can see this for yourself after tasting the meat, which has a truly divine flavor. Thais argue that it can be compared to a delicious cream of milk and eggs. If you want to get an unforgettable experience, then try durian. The name comes from the Malayan word prickle - duri, as well as the suffix an, which means prickly fruit.
His native land is India, Indonesia, Ceylon, Thailand, the Philippines and Indochina. He argued that the best durian grows on a plantation near Bangkok. This fruit is a fairly large fruit that can reach 30 cm and weigh up to 8 pounds. They are completely covered with peel, which "decorate" the thorns. Inside there are several oblong chambers, and in them there are delicate tasty masses of yellowish white color. Durian is a giant evergreen tree that grows up to 40 meters tall.
It has bright and leathery leaves, slightly sharp and alternate. The upper part of the leaves is smooth, while the opposite is covered with scales. This amazing fruit blooms only a few hours: the golden brown, white or golden flowers have an intense sour smell. They open at nightfall, and at dawn they fall. The main period of ripening of the fruit is the beginning of spring and ends at the end of summer.
The purchase of durian should not be entrusted by the seller, and do everything yourself. This purchase will require special attention out of season, as that is when bad durians are often on the shelves. When pressed, the fruit should be slightly soft. Fruits that grow in excess are very soft and immature fruits are not susceptible to pressure.
The maturity of this product can be determined by the state of the thorns. If they change, then the fruits are of high quality and maturation, but if they are immobile, then they should still be lying down. Pay attention to the smell of the durian. If it has a very strong aroma, then it is very likely that it is wet inside, too mature. Do not draw conclusions about the color of the fruit, because the colors of different varieties are very different.
It is best to use the durian immediately for food, but in a different situation you can resort to storage. It should be noted that this fruit can not be placed in the refrigerator. At room temperature, this product can be stored for 5 days, but not longer. Do not keep durian with other fruits.
The Chinese are very valued durian and it is a fairly expensive treatment for children. Buy it just for vacations. On this day, the whole family should sit down at the table and eat all the fruit in one session. For the Malays, eating durian is a real ritual that can be compared to meditation. In absolutely every country in Asia where durian grows, it is considered a medicinal plant. These fruits have been attributed for a long time to the rejuvenating force. There is a legend about the king, who was in love with a lovely girl, but she did not correspond to his feelings. Because of this, the Lord turned to the magician, who brought him fruit.
The king gave the girl to try the fruits and she immediately fell in love with him. The governor was so happy to have forgotten the magician, without thanking him. The magician was so angry that he cursed these wonderful fruits. When Vladyka came for a new fruit of love, he did not find it, but only a thorny fruit with an unpleasant smell. The king seized the anger, and threw it to the ground. He was very surprised when he discovered the "love mass" inside, so he gave it a new name, namely, "durian".
This fruit is very rich in proteins, fats, vitamins and carbohydrates. It is very important to know that it does not contain cholesterol. The pulp contains vitamin C, niacin, carotene, folic acid, riboflavin, calcium, iron, nicotinic acid and phosphorus. In addition, it contains indole. It should be noted that it only has organic sulfur.
The durian is considered a unique fruit due to the organic sulfur it contains. Which is the cause of its characteristic flavor and not very pleasant. It is the only fruit with sulfur in the world that is suitable for human consumption. The unpleasant smell is a characteristic sign of the presence of indole in the fruit. It should be noted that the highly diluted indole has a completely opposite jasmine aroma. It is very useful because it has a bactericidal property.
At the beginning of the last century, Dur-India pills began to be sold in many pharmacies, whose main component was durian and a very rare Indian onion. Finally, it is very rich in vitamin E. If you use this medication regularly for several months, then the body will receive concentrated vital energy, which will make it stronger and more tireless. These tablets have a positive effect on a person's spirit, making it younger and clearer. Durian has a remarkable property: it can increase the power. The flesh of this amazing fruit is anthelmintic.
The roots and leaves of durian are used to prepare a decoction, which will then be used as a febrifuge. People suffering from fever apply the juice of the leaves of this plant to the head. To relieve inflammation of the skin using a decoction of the leaves and fruits of durian. When spilling the bile, a therapeutic bath of the leaves of this exotic fruit should be taken. The ash from this plant is used in the postpartum period. It should be noted that durian is the absolute leader among all fruits in terms of nutrient content, organic sulfur, antioxidants, fatty acids, proteins, amino acids and vitamins. What is the only bioactive sulfur, whose therapeutic properties simply can not be evaluated.
The use of this exotic fruit is prohibited for people with high blood pressure. It is contraindicated in food during pregnancy. Nursing mothers should also refrain from eating this fruit. In no case can be combined with alcohol, as it can cause poisoning and several complications. Durian is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance.