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For safety assurance, ladies, here are some quick tips to distinguish between naturally ripe durians and those soaked in medication.
Tips for Identifying Naturally Ripe and Medicated Durians
1. Identification by Durian Spikes and Stems
Naturally ripe durians and those soaked in medication will have entirely different spikes and stems. With the naked eye, you can easily differentiate between them.
Naturally ripe durians will feel moist and exude resin when gently pressed near the stem. Their spikes are fresh, firm, and brightly colored.
Durians artificially ripened through chemical immersion, harvested while still green, exhibit dull, darkened, and aged spikes. Some may even appear rotten, fallen, or bruised in several spots. The stem feels dry upon pressing, with no resin exuding.
2. Observation on the Surface of Durian Skin
Durians with cracks on the skin can be tested by pressing to assess the flesh inside. If the flesh feels firm, lacks tenderness, has a pale yellow or white color, and leaves a yellow stain resembling dye upon contact, it indicates the durian has been treated with chemicals. Conversely, if the flesh feels soft and tender, with a vibrant golden color, it suggests the durian is naturally ripe and chemical-free.
– When examining durians without cracked shells, observe all surfaces carefully. If you notice a slight yellow powder on the shell or even orange powder right at the stem, chances are these are durians that have been treated with chemicals and residues remain on the outside.
3. Based on the durian segments
– Naturally ripe durians, when the segments are separated, will effortlessly come apart without sticking to the skin. Additionally, the segments will have a shiny yellow color, rich texture, and soft, elastic flesh. Upon tasting, you'll experience a naturally sweet and mellow flavor, devoid of any harshness.
– Durians treated with chemicals are difficult to separate into segments because they haven't reached the necessary ripeness. The segments will have a pale yellow-white color, with tough, dry flesh. Tasting them will reveal a papery texture and possibly a slightly bitter or unpleasant taste.
4. Based on the scent of durian
– Durians soaked in chemicals often lack a rich and intense aroma, sometimes even completely odorless due to the chemicals stripping away the natural fragrance.
– Naturally ripe durians, untouched by chemicals, exude a pungent, irresistible aroma that fills the air, enticing your senses even from a distance.
Now that we know how to distinguish chemically treated durians from naturally ripe ones, let's delve into selecting the perfect durian duo to ensure a delightful purchase.
Selecting delicious, evenly ripe durians
– Shape: To choose a tasty durian, start by examining its shape. Durians with imperfect appearances often turn out to be the most delicious ones, as they are less damaged compared to those with flawless exteriors. Many durian buyers make the mistake of assuming that a good durian must have a large, beautiful outer shell.
– Stem: The longer a durian sits, the more it shrivels and withers. Therefore, when selecting a durian, avoid ones with excessively dried or small stems that don't match the size of the fruit, indicating they have been left unsold for a long time. Additionally, sellers may trim the blackened tips of the stems to make them look freshly picked.
– Spikes: A good durian will have evenly opened spikes that are few in number, firm, and robust, able to be pressed together at both ends. Mature durians will have stiff spikes, while younger ones will have softer spikes.
– Fragrance: A fully ripe durian will exude a rich, irresistible aroma that permeates the air, impossible to resist no matter how far you wander, you'll still catch its scent wafting through the breeze.
– Sound test: An old-fashioned method passed down through generations to determine the quality of a durian is to tap on the fruit or flick its shell. A good durian will produce a 'thud thud' or 'thump thump' sound when tapped, while a 'clang clang' sound indicates otherwise.
Now you've learned the secrets of distinguishing between chemically treated and naturally ripe durians, as well as how to choose the best ones. Wishing you luck in selecting some delicious durians for yourself.
Explore some durian recipe ideas:
Irresistibly tempting durian lava buns, deliciously divine
Smooth and soft durian crepe cakes, delightfully chewy, creamy, sweet, and fragrant
Thai durian dessert, beloved by many
Wishing you all success and the ability to cook up dishes full of flavor!
Posted by: Viên Thúy
Keywords: Identifying Naturally Ripe Durians and Chemically Treated Durians with Precision
