Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 2-5 days
Counter then Fridge
- Keep at room temperature until ripe
- Check for strong aroma and slight give
- Store separately from other foods very strong odor permeates other foods
- Once ripe, use promptly or refrigerate
Cut/Prepared storage method for produce that has been cut open (shorter duration, different handling) 2-3 days
Cut Durian
- Remove flesh from rind
- Store in airtight container essential to contain odor
- Refrigerate immediately
Freezing freezing method 2-3 months
Frozen
- Remove flesh from rind
- Transfer to airtight freezer container
- Best for desserts or smoothies
Protect your produce

This item produces ethylene gas, which can speed up ripening/spoilage of nearby produce.
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Fun Facts
- Durian is banned from many hotels and public transport in Southeast Asia because of its strong smell.
- Fans describe the flavor as custard-like with notes of almond; detractors compare the smell to onions or turpentine.