5 Extreme Foods Still Enjoyed Around the World, Know Their Dangers!

Kapanlagi.com - Everyone surely has a favorite food that can uplift their spirits when eating it. However, not all dishes provide a delightful experience with every bite. Out there, there are several foods that can make your hair stand on end! Some of them are considered frightening for good reasons.

It could be due to their disgusting appearance, their extreme cooking methods, or even because of the toxins they contain. Interestingly, despite their scary impression, there are still people who enjoy them with complete satisfaction, as if it is a normal thing.

In fact, some extreme foods in this world may have already been tasted by you without your realization. Some come from local traditions, while others are specialties from certain regions. Despite their frightening reputation, these foods continue to exist today thanks to culture, curiosity, and the bravery of their enthusiasts.

Here are some of the most extreme foods from around the world that are still daring to be tried. Are you brave enough to taste them? Check out the review sourced from Kapanlagi.com and Oddee, Monday (21/4/2025).

1. Blood Soup

Animal blood, which may sound frightening to some, has actually been a star in the culinary world for a long time, such as in the famous black pudding dish from England.

In Europe and Asia, blood soup has become a fairly popular dish, with unique variations where some thicken the blood and cut it into small pieces before adding it to the soup, while others more boldly mix the blood in liquid form, creating a thick black soup, often referred to as "black soup."

Although its appearance may be intimidating, this food has successfully attracted the attention and taste of many who dare to try its deliciousness!

2. Casu Marzu

The cheese from Sardinia, Italy, nicknamed "rotten cheese," holds unimaginable uniqueness! In its production process, tiny maggots act as natural "chefs," burrowing into the cheese until its texture becomes soft and it has a sharp aroma.

Interestingly, this cheese is served with the maggots still moving, adding an extreme sensation for its consumers. However, if the maggots are dead, the cheese is considered too rotten and even dangerous to eat.

Not only that, these maggots have an extraordinary ability to survive in the human intestine, making it one of the most controversial culinary dishes in the world!

3. Shanghai Blood Clam

Known as the blood clam, this marine creature has red flesh due to its abundant hemoglobin content.

However, behind its enticing appearance, this clam often lives in polluted waters, harboring the potential for dangerous viruses such as hepatitis A.

In Shanghai, this clam is usually only briefly boiled until half-raw, thus increasing the concerning risk of infection; in fact, about 18% of those who enjoy this dish are infected with hepatitis A.

4. Sannakji

This unique dish from Korea features small octopus tentacle pieces that are still moving when served, creating an unforgettable sensation.

Although the octopus is dead, the movement of the tentacles is caused by nerve reactions to the salt in the sauce that coats them. However, behind its allure, there is a lurking risk that the suction cups can stick to the throat and cause choking.

Therefore, it is important to chew it thoroughly until completely broken down before swallowing, so that this culinary experience remains enjoyable and safe.

5. Fugu

Fugu, the poisonous pufferfish that has become a luxury dish in Japan and Korea, offers an enticing challenge for culinary enthusiasts. With a deadly toxin called tetrodotoxin that can take lives in a short time, only certified chefs dare to prepare it.

However, even for the experienced, the risk of death lurks behind every slice, making the experience of enjoying fugu a blend of delight and thrilling tension.

(kpl/rao)