Can I not buy it out of season?
It is listed as Listed season Apr–Aug. The season can differ by growing area and variety. The calendar does not guarantee that the fruit is on sale on any given day.
Rambutan
Rambutan · เงาะ
Meet rambutan, a red fruit whose rind has hair-like spines. Peel it and white flesh comes out, with sweet juice to enjoy. The look may be unfamiliar, but peeling it and taking out the stone is simple. You can also buy just a few at a market and taste them.
When is the best time to eat it?
Listed season Apr–Aug
The season differs by growing area
Rong Rian rambutan of Na San: season listed as Jul–Aug
Use the main season, or the season of a regional fruit, as a guide. Actual availability can vary with growing area, variety and weather.
What does it taste like?
The white flesh is sweet and juicy. Some varieties, such as the Thai Rong Rian, differ in texture and in how easily the flesh comes away from the stone.
Why this fruit is known in Thailand
The hairy-looking rind stands out, and white flesh is inside. The Tourism Authority of Thailand introduces the Rong Rian rambutan of Na San, Surat Thani, as a regional GI fruit.
Basics to know before you buy
- Thai name
- เงาะ
- Season
- Listed season Apr–Aug
- Regional fruit
- Rong Rian rambutan of Na San: season listed as Jul–Aug
- How it is sold
- Ask whether it is sold by the kg or in a fixed bag. Choose only the amount you will eat right away, peel it and take out the stone.
How to peel and eat it
- Make a shallow slit in the rind, then open it out and peel it.
- Eat the white flesh, but remove the stone in the middle.
- If it is sold in a bag, look at the weight and the price together before you buy.
Price reference
Bangkok retail prices · 14 October 2026
These are prices by variety and grade surveyed by Thailand's Department of Internal Trade. Not every street seller charges the same price.
| Fruit and variety | Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Rambutan · Rong Rian (โรงเรียน) | 50–60 baht | 1 kg |
Keep the price of a cut-fruit bag or tub separate from the per-kg price of whole fruit. In this survey, bananas are priced per bunch.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare a per-kg price with a per-pack price?
Ask whether it is sold by the kg or in a fixed bag. Choose only the amount you will eat right away, peel it and take out the stone.
Keep exploring
Official sources and references
If you want to read more about these dishes and regions, these sources are a good place to start. Ingredients and cooking methods can differ from one eatery to another.