Don't be turned off by the smell, Many unusual foods, from stinky tofu to durian, surprise taste buds with creamy, savoury, or nutty flavours, here are some things to know about it.
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However, those who can get past the odour are rewarded with a creamy, custard-like flesh with a sweet and savoury flavour.
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A popular street food in the Philippines, balut is a developing duck embryo boiled and eaten in the shell.
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The cheese is allowed to decompose, breaking down the fats and giving it a strong, pungent flavour.
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The fermented tofu itself has a savoury, umami flavour and is often served with a variety of sauces.
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The shark is buried underground for several weeks or months, which allows the enzymes to break down the flesh and remove the ammonia taste.
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A Mexican delicacy made from ant eggs, they are said to have a nutty, buttery flavour and are often served in tacos or guacamole.
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A Chinese preserved egg that is cured in a mixture of clay, salt, lime, and ash for several weeks or months.