30 Regional Delicacies the Rest of the World Thinks Are Insane

There are a lot of dishes around the world that offer exotic and unique flavors. But some might find are just way too weird and off-putting.

Check out these international delicacies that will make you think twice before taking a bite…

Haggis – Scotland

How would you feel about eating a sheep’s lungs, liver and heart? Don’t worry. Haggis is seasoned with salt and spices that add a bunch of flavors. They’re even mixed with oatmeal and onions.

But can you stomach the fact that Haggis get cooked inside the sheep’s stomach and is stuffed with sheep’s pluck (lungs, liver and heart)?

Bird’s Nest Soup – China

If you think this is chicken soup served in a bowl made of leaves and twigs, guess again. This bird’s nest is made up mostly out of Swift birds’ saliva. Your stomach might be turning, but in China it’s considered the caviar of the East.

White Ant Eggs Soup – Laos

Locals call it gaeng kai mot daeng. This delicacy is basically a mix of eggs and partial embryos from the white ant. In some cases, baby ants help add a touch of sourness to the soup.

If you can look past the main ingredients, you’ll find that it tastes surprisingly like shrimp.

Escargot – France

You can order escargot pretty much anywhere in Paris. It’s a prestigious dish synonymous with France. But we doubt you’ll feel like much of a Parisian after you realize that escargot is actually nothing more than snails.

To make it worse, they’re sometimes served with their shells intact.