Durian otherwise know as the King of Fruits comes in over 250 varieties Monthon being one of the most popular for its milder more “introductory” flavour.
Each flesh lobe has a semi-firm surface, revealing a thick, creamy, and buttery-soft interior with small, hard seeds. Monthong durians have a mild aroma compared to other durian varieties and a rich, sweet, warm, and complex flavoring described as a blend of vanilla, caramel, pepper, and sulfur notes.
Monthong durians pair well with tropical fruits, including mangosteen, rambutan, snake fruit, mango, and coconut, aromatics such as garlic, shallots, lemongrass, and galangal, chocolate, vanilla, and herbs such as coriander, cumin, mint, and curry powder. Whole, uncut Monthong durians will keep for a couple of days at room temperature
