The eastern provinces are Thailand's durian heartland. This local twist on mango sticky rice pairs warm coconut sticky rice with chunks of ripe, creamy durian. A must-try during durian season (April-August).
The balance of tastes in this dish
Chanthaburi province produces over half of Thailand's durian, and this local dessert evolved as a way to enjoy the 'king of fruits' in a comforting, coconut-rich preparation.
Point and say this to order like a local
ข้าวเหนียวทุเรียน
Say this: Durian Sticky Rice (Khao Niew Thurian)
Cuisine Region: Eastern Thai
Price Range: 60-120 THB
Best Time to Eat: Dessert or afternoon snack, April-August
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