The Smelliest Food In The World đ¤˘
Ever wondered which foods have the worst smell in the world? In this article, weâll be exposing some of the stinkiest ingredients of them all - and let me tell you, theyâre bad. Standing close to one of these foods below might just make you want to hold on to your face mask a tad longer. đˇ
Iru
Iru, also known as Dawa Dawa, is a Nigerian seasoning made by fermenting locust beans. Although it ranks as one of the worst smelling foods in the world, itâs actually loved among many people in Nigeria. This is because, when cooked and blended, its stinky odour dies down and enriches a meal. It is used with lentils, soups, vegetables and rice primarily. đś
SurstrĂśmming
Otherwise known as âsour herringâ in English, this awful smelling Swedish fish reeks so bad, that you have to open it under running water or outside to prevent the smell from filling a room. This fermented herring is extremely sour. It contains salt that prevents it from totally rotting. Needless to say, you have to be a brave soul to try this fish after smelling it. đ¨
Durian
Do you like exotic fruit? If you donât, I wouldnât recommend getting anywhere close to durian anytime soon. This southeast Asian fruitâs smell is so pungent that food writer Richard Sterling commented that: âits odour is best described as⌠turpentine and onions, garnished with a gym sockâ. In some airports in southeast Asia, there are some signs that warn passengers to refrain from carrying it with them on the plane! đ
Limburger Cheese
You canât say you like smelly cheese unless youâve tasted Limburger cheese. This cheese is made from the same bacteria that creates body odour, so I wouldnât serve it to somebody whoâs particularly sensitive to bad smells anytime soon.
Fun fact:
In Wisconsin, USA this cheese is loved by many - so much so that a bunch of shops are known to serve it in a sandwich with mustard and onions. đ§
Century Egg
Iâm sure weâve all smelled a stinky egg thatâs gone bad at least once, but this Century Egg will change your perspective about the entire matter. As it turns out, this egg is made by rolling it in clay, ash and salt and then by letting it sit for several months. While its odour is awful, its taste is actually not that bad, having been compared to ripe Camembert with a creamy texture. đ¤
Would you dare to try one of these foods mentioned above? If so, which one? Let us know in the comments below!
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