We've got another mystery on our hands, can you guess what it is? Here are your clues: it's edible, could be painful to handle, has yellow or red flesh, may be as large as your head, and its taste is sometimes described like that of a "gym sock."


Have you guessed it yet? It's a durian, and if you've ever tried it, you either adore it or are repulsed by it. They're native to some parts of Southeast Asia, but have been making an appearance throughout the world for quite some time now with their creamy flesh and a taste that is truly indescribable.

So, what the heck do you do with this indescribable fruit? You can eat it raw (the flesh, of course, but be sure to dispose of the husk!), or cook it in a variety of Southeast Asian dishes and desserts. Check out the following recipes: Durian Ice Cream, Durian Cream Puffs, and Burmese Durian Cake.

They're a seasonal fruit, so keep your eye out for them beginning next month. Just watch where you eat it - the smell of them carries quite far, and may not be appreciated. In some areas of Southeast Asia, there are actually several places where durian are not permitted.

Have you ever tried durian? If so, did you enjoy it? If you haven't tried it, would you?