Top 10 delicacies from around the world that will make your mouth water

Top 10 delicacies from around the world that will make your mouth water

There are many delicious foods in the world and many of them deserve the praise they get. We have decided to look at the top 10 most delicious foods from around the world that will make your mouth water. A lot of them are quite popular but there are also some that you might not have tried before and are worth looking into! So sit back, take your time and enjoy reading this great article on top 10 delicacies from around the world that will make your mouth water!

1. Spain – Jamón Ibérico
   Iberian ham has been produced in Spain since Roman times. Nowadays, it’s made from free-range pigs bred in Dehesas oak groves. Iberian ham is incredibly flavorful due to its diet of acorns and its lengthy curing process (12-18 months). There are two main varieties of Spanish ham: Jamón Serrano and Jamón Ibérico de Bellota.

2. Italy – Pizza Napoletana
   Nothing screams Italy more than a light, airy slice of thin-crust pizza. Pizza Napoletana is especially revered in Italy because it adheres to strict standards for ingredients and preparation methods. The dough can only be made with wheat flour, must be kneaded by hand, left to rise for 48 hours, given room temperature fermentation, and topped with San Marzano tomatoes (grown in volcanic soil near Mount Vesuvius) before baking at 925 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. South Korea – Acorn Jelly
   Acorn jelly, also known as donggeuritang, is a popular traditional dessert in South Korea. Acorn jelly is actually acorn starch boiled in sugar syrup. The texture of acorn jelly can be hard to describe; it’s somewhere between jell-o and tapioca pudding. Acorn jelly isn’t very sweet which makes it great to eat with tea or coffee! While you might not think of acorns as food, they are actually high in fiber and antioxidants.

4. Peru – Cuy (guinea pig)
   This delicacy is actually a favorite of Peruvians. Guinea pigs are bred on farms and raised for their meat and for sale as pets. If you can get past its cute exterior, guinea pig has a taste like rabbit and is very lean.

5. Mexico – Tacos al Pastor
   Tacos al Pastor are spit-roasted on a vertical rotisserie and served with onions, cilantro, and pineapples. This famous dish is of Lebanese origins introduced to Mexico in 1910 by Lebanese immigrants who traveled through Mexico City during their journey to America. The result is a mix of American, Arab, and Mexican tastes all rolled into one delicious meal! Who doesn’t love tacos?!

6. China – Jiaozi
   Jiaozi are a dumpling specialty found in Chinese cuisine. They’re usually filled with pork and cabbage and can be steamed or boiled. In China, Jiaozi is considered to be one of ten essential dishes for a home celebration, often eaten during New Year celebrations. There are several different varieties of Jiaozi, depending on where they’re from; Northern Jiaozi are larger and contain more meat than Southern ones, for example.

7. Japan – Sushi
   Sushi has its origins in Southeast Asia and is believed to have come to Japan in about 300 BCE with immigrants from China. It was not, however, until Edo times (1603-1868) that sushi became a common dish among ordinary people and it’s still something of a luxury item. Sushi has become especially popular internationally since Japanese cuisine has been spreading throughout the world for many years.

8. France – Foie Gras
   Made from duck or goose liver, foie gras is both a culinary delight and a controversial food item. In certain European countries, such as France and Germany, foie gras is legal and commonly consumed. In other countries, including Canada and Great Britain, it’s illegal to produce or sell foie gras. Pate de fois gras is a pâté of liver flavored with port wine and truffles served cold.

9. Turkey – Baklava
   Located in both Turkey and Greece, baklava is a flaky pastry covered with nuts and drenched in honey. This scrumptious dish is a dessert lovers dream. Just one bite, and you’ll be hooked! Baklava can be found at any bakery throughout Turkey or Greece, but we recommend looking up local bakeries online to find out where to get your fix.

10. Vietnam - Pho noodles
    Pho noodles are a staple in Vietnamese cuisine. Also known as Vietnamese ramen, pho can be found at most Vietnamese restaurants. Pho is made with either beef or chicken, some lime juice and lemongrass, and then served with green onions and cilantro. Along with summer rolls, pho is a great starter to your Vietnamese meal experience!