That’s what you could call ‘food language’, and this particular dish could be described as dialect due to a number of factors. From the insect pizza to the stinky tofu, the probability of getting the tastiest boom-boom sauce is not in question, but the chance of meeting insects in our food is ever present. This time we’re heading into the land of the strange and peculiar, where even our daily feed takes an unusual turn.
Weird Food
Shirako, Japan
Shirako is the Japanese word used for fish sperm or milts. Currently, it is known to be a delicacy in Japan and is taken raw or cooked. Highly prized for its soft and buttery mouthfeel, it is found mainly across the cod, catfish, or puffinfish family. At first sight, one might think that they have heard wrong, but indeed, shirako is considered an exquisite dish and has its fair share of nutritional value.
Balut, Philippines
Semi-processed food usually involves eating eggs that have been fertilized and then boiled and consumed in their own shell, known as balut in the Philippines. This is also a snack that is consumed from hawker stands, particularly at midnight. This is normally done by boiling the egg for eighteen days, by which the embryo has begun to form. Despite being strange for some, balut is actually nutritious with much protein.
Fried Tarantulas, Cambodia
Tarantulas are eaten fried in Cambodia, and they can be purchased at food stands throughout the country. Spiders are most often fried to become crispy, and one can take it whole. Despite their bulky look, they are described as delicious and have a nutty taste. Although this is not for the weak stomached, fried tarantulas should do as a good meal in the event you dare.
Bird’s Nest Soup, Southeast Asia
This Asian delicacy is made from the nest of the swiftlet bird, who instead of collecting twigs for its bed, builds it out of its own gummy saliva.
Ostrich Jerky, USA And Parts Of Africa
Ostrich meat is a lean red meat that’s high in protein and low in fat and cholesterol. It’s often compared to beef in terms of taste and texture.
