Spicy foods have a huge fan following around the world. So, it is no surprise that there are several cuisines that have spicy items inculcated within. In this blog, we will see some of the spiciest dishes around the world.
Phaal Curry, India
Recognised as the spiciest dish on the planet, those who attempt to eat the fiery Phaal Curry are often required to sign a form before eating (essentially so they won’t sue the restaurant if something goes terribly wrong). It contains 10 different types of peppers, including the infamous bhut jolokia, the world’s hottest pepper.
Tom Yum, Thailand
Right behind the Phaal is a Thai offering; Tom Yum. This sour and spicy soup is often laden with chicken and seafood and is loved for its aromatic taste. However, Tom Yum packs a punch when it comes to raw heat, provided by the Thai Bird’s Eye Chilli, which has a Scoville ranking equivalent to a habanero or scotch bonnet pepper.
Papa A La Huancaina, Peru
What may appear as an innocent salad bequeathed with olives, boiled eggs, and a thick sauce is actually one of Peru’s spiciest dishes. Loved my Peruvians, Papa A La Huancaina is relatively tame until you get to the Huancaina sauce which is laden with Amarillo chilli peppers.
Sik Sik Wat, Ethiopia
Used to spice up beef and chicken stews in Ethiopia is Sik Sik Wat. This thick and fragrant paste is made with chilli peppers, paprika, and fenugreek. Some even eat the paste in its natural state upon a crepe-like pancake known as Injera bread.
