DOG....LIVER?!

Dog liver is a popular dish served in China, especially in markets. It is most commonly served with a side of vegetables, but can also be found over rice. It has a spongy texture, and is quite soft. It just melts in your mouth when you take a bite of it! The liver is grilled on grills made out of bamboo, which adds a unique flavor.

Scorpion's

                              


Scorpian is eaten throughout China, and sold in most markets.  They are believed to make your blood hotter in cold weather, and cure certain diseases. They are fried in hot oil fryers untill crispy.  Chinese locals eat them on a stick in markets, and on the side of the streets. They are said to have a delicious taste, and can be seasoned a variety of ways. So if you are planning on taking a trip to China, be sure to give them a try!

Chicken Intestines

In the Philippines, chicken intestines are a national dish.  They are barbecued, and have the same type of taste that BBQ food has in the United States. Intestines include an assortment of gizzards, liver, heart, head, and ears.  They are usually grilled on bamboo skewers, and tossed in a spicy sweet sauce. 

Turtle Soup

Turtles are cooked and sautéed  with herbs from China, and added to made a delicious soup in the eastern hemisphere. The soup has a thick texture and is often made with several spices.  Turtles are extremely close to extinction, which is a disappointment since they are said to be extremely nutritious. Click the link below for a recipe that you can enjoy and share with friends and family.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/turtle-soup-recipe/index.html

Rooster's Testicles

In Taiwan, Rooster Testicles are a very popular treat.  The are big balls of delicious meat, with thin veins and a nice texture, similar to sausage. The insides are soft, and smooth.  Most people would be disgusted to even consider trying something this exotic, but for those dare devils out there, this is a prefect meal for you!  They are usually boiled and served without much seasoning. They are simple, but if you want an extra kick, try adding spice, or garlic to them. 

 

DANGER: do not eat shark meat!

Eating shark meat may expose you to dangerous, high levels of the metal mercury. Worldwide polution has been exposed to our our oceans, and is increasing the risk of high mercury levels in some of the fish we eat. Too much mercury in one's diet  can cause loss of coordination, blindness or even death. So although shark meat seems like a fun new exotic food to try, be extremely careful and make sure you find out more before trying it!

Kangaroo in the Kitchen?!

When most people think of kangaroos, they think of cute animals hopping around Aulstrailia carrying their babies in their pouches.  But what most people dont know however, is that they are also eaten by many people.  Kangaroo meat is high in protien and low in fat. It is extremely flavorful with a slight gamey taste. Although Kangaroo meat is very popular in Aulstrailia, it is packaged and exported to European markets as well.