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Trivia about Durian / Durian Juice:
- It is native to the rainforests of Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia, where it has been an integral part of local life for centuries.
- The word durian originated from the Malay duri, which means “thorn,” an apt descriptor of its spiked shell.
- Known throughout Southeast Asia as the King of Fruits,” durian is admired for its pungent odor, large size and custardy flavor.
- Durian juice is thicker when more in proportion of the puree, and has a smoother consistency with a stabilizer.
- Drinks made with durian are high in fiber, calcium and potassium, suggesting they could be a potentially healthful choice.
History and Origin
The Durian (Durio zibethinus) has been studied by the scientist over the years to understand its unique characteristics, especially its strong smell. It was soon discovered that the cause of its infamous aroma is due to the over 50 different odor-causing compounds. Durian is believed to have originated from the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, and later spread out to the other portion of Southeast Asia. It has been growing wild in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand for centuries, long before it became known to Europe . The name durian comes from the Malay word “duri” which means “thorn", reflecting the fruit’s spiky outer shell. The first recorded mention of durian was way back 15th century from Malay texts. During those times, durian was already a well-known fruit among the people, especially royalty. Over time, durian became a key part of Southeast Asian diets and an essential part of cultural traditions.


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