These food items are definitely worth tasting.
Smells good, tastes good? Think Again.
By default, our sense of smell would easily indicate the taste of the food we eat because we are programmed to believe that what smells good also taste good.
However, it is not always the case. Believe it or not, the rule of the opposites also applies even to the food that we eat. In fact, there are certain foods that have unpleasant smell but are delicious and nutritious.
These ten foods, for instance, might well satisfy your gustatory indulgence inspite of their unpleasant odor.
Below are the 10 smelly foods that are worth eating!
1. Kimchi
Kimchi, a fermented cabbage, is a popular Korean dish that may be foul-smelling but it is definitely worth the taste. It is great as a starter and as a side dish.
2. Durian
One Western tourist once described Durian as, “It smells like hell but it tastes compliments the strong odor. Try it and you’ll love it.
3. Papaya
Who wouldn’t love papaya because of its healthy attributes? Never mind the smell that is similar to sweat-filled feet, papaya can make a delicious snack, a dessert or a flavoring, too.
4. Collard greens
This nutritious green is usually served with your favorite cheese, macaroni or chicken fry. Though it exudes a strong sulfur smell, it could be staved off when sauteed with some onions, soup and ham slices. It might easily be one of those you’d like to have again and again.
5. Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar may be quite awful the first time you have them, especially in your salad, but with the right mix of olive oil and lemon, you might just find it irresistible.
6. Parmesan cheese
Parmesan cheese is definitely not the most foul-smelling cheese there is. It has the characteristic smell of a sweat that is dried up, but who cares when mixed and melts well with your favorite spaghetti recipe?
7. Brussels sprouts
Quick-cooking in your saute pan can easily remove the unpleasant smell of the Brussels sprouts. And you might love it too when you mix a modest amount of balsamic vinegar on it.
8. Sauerkraut
Sauerkraut is also a fermented cabbage like kimchi but with a twist, because of different set of spices being used. Fermented foods, as well know, are one of the best-tasting though not truly good-smelling.
9. Truffle Oil
The earthy aroma of truffle oil gives that distinct “organic” smell and once you get used to it, you’ll appreciate its richness when used in your foods, especially in your favorite Italian dishes.
10. Boiled Eggs
This protein-rich food may give off a sulfur-smelling odor but it is easy to prepare and taste good when made into a sandwich, sprinkled with salt and pepper, or even a chili sauce; or just a topping on your favorite ramen dish.
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