Durian

Durian is one of Southeast Asia's most infamous fruits. It's infamous for having an exceedingly unpleasant odor that some compare to gym socks or raw sewage. Many people are put off by the smell, which is a shame because, in my opinion, durian is one of the most unusual and delicious fruits in the world.

Aside from its strong odor, durian is distinguished by its thick, prickly rind. It conceals a smooth and creamy flesh reminiscent of a delicious custard flavored with almonds. It's really delicious, something you wouldn't anticipate from such a pungent-smelling fruit.

Malaysia is the world's second largest durian grower, trailing only Thailand. It has approximately 130 varieties of the fruit, the most sought of which are Musang King, D24, and Red Prawn. If you visit Malaysia, you must try durian, and you can bring durian back to your relatives and friends as a Malaysian specialty.