What are the ingredients for ice cream? Cream, sugar, and Squid? You read that correctly, there is an ice cream flavor with SQUID!! Buckle up and get those tray tables in the fully upright and locked position. You are about to go on a tour around the worldโฆto investigate Ice Cream.
1) Squid Ink
Umโฆwhat? Thankfully, the Japanese did not harvest actual squid ink to create this recipe. They simply use it as a term to describe the color of the dessert. Regardless, itโs a flavor thatโs sure to turn heads, which is why itโs included in this list.
This one is also from Japan. Everyone knows how much the Japanese love their seaweed. There are some people who scarf down dried seaweed like potato chips. Iโm mostly impressed that they found a way to infuse seaweed into their ice cream.
I hope you like spicy food! This ice cream will confuse your tastebuds. Is it supposed to be feeling cold? Hot? Who knows!? Japan really likes its wacky desserts huh?
Weโre still in Japan. Meat flavored Ice Cream!? Yeah, itโs rather strange. Some reviews claim it tastes exactly like chicken. I donโt know how that is supposed to be accomplished but there is no way Iโll chicken out of a taste.
My tastebuds are squirming. Remember when I said Seaweed Ice Cream is impressive? I take that back. This is so much more impressive. The Namco Namja Town in Ikebukuro has an ice-cream museum with a lot of odd flavor choices. Check it out if youโre ever in the area!
Personally, I think Horses are supposed to be used as a means for transportation rather than an ingredient for Ice Cream. That being said, I am a little bit curious about what this tastes like. Japan is still coming at you with weird meat flavors.
Bear with me. We are still in Japan (sorry.) Whatโs your favorite flavor? Spicy? Savory? Sweet? What about all of the above? Somehow, a culinary genius in Japan combined everything for a beautiful curry flavor.
Who could possibly use fermented soybeans in their ice cream? The answer: Japan. This flavor is infamous for its squishy and sticky texture. It also has a strong pungent scent. Maybe donโt try this one if youโre not feeling up to it.
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Made to match Japanโs most famous tree, this ice cream is mostly reserved for the spring. Thousands of locals and tourists admire the beautiful Cherry Blossom Trees while munching on this beautiful pink treat.
Soy sauce has a home in breakfast, lunch, dinner, AND dessert. This flavor is from the Soy Sauce Kingdom in Saitama, Japan. It is both light and salty. Who knows, maybe you can dip your sushi in it too!
Japan back at it with the Seafood Ice Cream! This is supposed to be reallyโฆinteresting. There are little chewy tentacle chunks in the ice cream which act as a texture enhancer. I dunnoโฆsounds a little fishy to me.
Sili is a spicy pepper in the Bicol region of the Philippines. This ice cream was actually created to attract more visitors to the area. The spicy-sweet combination may seem strange, but their scheme worked and there are many tourists visiting the region for its cool treats.
One thing to know about Bicol locals: They love spicy food. This ice cream is made with a Spicy Coconut Custard and is topped with fermented shrimp. This stuff is very very VERY spicy, so please proceed with caution.
Ok ok before you freak out let me tell you that this is not made with real Crocodile meatโฆitโs made with their eggs. You can actually order this two ways: Crocodile Pandan and Crocodile Coffee.
Thatโs right, Japan. The Philippines can make seafood Ice cream as well! This Ice Cream does not smell or taste fishy. Itโs actually supposed to be really good. It was created by Central Luzon State University and won the Salon International de LโAgroalimentaire (SIAL) Innovation Gold Award during the SIAL ASEAN Manila 2016. Iโd say itโs worth a try!
Basically, itโs cheese ice cream. It may seem weird so some people, but itโs actually a favorite of the Philippines. Itโs sold in many Filipino Supermarkets such as 99 Ranch, so maybe pick some up and give it a try.
Ube is a root crop in the Philippines. Itโs purple and used in a lot of different dishes. Itโs used to make breads, smoothies, and even cakes. My favorite, however, is itโs ice cream. It has just the right amount of sweetness blended with starchiness.
Letโs go back to the U.S.A for a bit. We can explore some flavors you can try during a road trip. Avery Island in Louisiana is home to the Tabasco Factory. When you go to visit, you can check out the museum, the warehouse and their Country Store. That is where you can try some Tabasco Ice Cream. Caution: Itโs Hot!
Yesโฆthat stuff you cook your vegetables in. Itโs used in Ice Cream. Oddfellows Creamery in New York is known for its strange flavors. This is probably one of the strangest.
Thisโฆthis is a strange one by any stretch. An ice cream parlor in Rehoboth, Deleware decided to concoct a dessert which will taste like an entire dinner. This includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy. Thatโs quite the undertaking.
Thatโs right. We are revisiting the cheese flavors. I donโt know how this idea came to be but Iโm happy it did. It sounds like a cheesecakeโฆin ice cream form. This flavor is actually offered commercially by Jeniโs Slendid. It ships all over the U.S.A
These flavors sure are confusing. Mallard Ice Cream in Washington decided to create a little Ice vs. Fire action. Ghost peppers are super spicy, whereas peppermint is known for itโs cooling properties. These two combating sensations will take over your mouth, so be prepared before you chomp down on your first bite.
This is sold at a drug store in North Dakota called Dakota Drug Stanley. They blend it up in a machine right in front of you before serving it to you. If your road trip brings you through North Dakota, it may be worth a quick stop.
It probably comes as no surprise that this flavor is from Maine. Where else would such a flavor be invented? Buttery Lobster swirls beautifully with buttery vanilla in this scoop. Make sure to pick some up next time youโre in Maine!
It getsโฆREALLY hot in Arizona. Arizona is also in the middle of the desert. What does this mean for desserts?? Wellโฆthey use cacti in them. Prickly Pear Cactus Ice Cream is a great way to cool down from the intense desert sun.
This ice cream is from Florida. Of course it is, haha. You can wind down after a long work week with one of these bad boys, just make sure you have plans to return home safely.
This Georgian Ice Cream is sure to tickle your tastebuds. Itโs an exotic combination of spicy and sweet. Its unique flavor is reminiscent of the beach, so make sure to enjoy it in the summer months.
Boil โem! Mash โem! Stick โem in an Ice Cream? This flavor, of course, comes from Idaho. Potato is a root crop, so odds are the Ice Cream is starchy. This novelty is sold in an Ice Cream Truck by the West Side Drive In.
We are once again revisiting cheese. This time beets are joining in on the fun. I honestly think this ice cream can replace your side salad at dinner. This culinary wonder is from Glace creamery in Kansas.
I know there are some INTENSE Pizza Lovers out there. This just takes it to the next level. If you want to try this beautiful creation, take a trip of FrozBroz in Minnesota.
I guess the human race has decided to put bacon in everything. This Ice Cream is at Area 51 Ice Cream in Memphis, Tenessee. You know those Southern Folks LOVE their bacon.
Okay, so this one isnโt ice cream, but itโs still pretty weird. This cupcake is bright green in color and has Dorito crumbs sprinkled over the top. Itโs worth a try if youโre in Missouri.
This brunch classic has secretly been holding another life. In ice cream form. This cool flavor is from Cool Haus in New York City. What other brunch food should gain another life in ice cream form?
This may sound more like a nightmare than an ice cream flavor but the sweetness from the cherries balances the smokiness from the bone marrow nicely. Imagine honey barbeque sauce. Thatโs how this Oregon flavor would work.
Talk about strange. This recipe from South Carolina certainly has an odd combination of flavors. Itโs sold by the sweet cream company and has a strange flavor profile.
ErโฆRefreshing? This flavor is super healthy. You could probably get away with eating this inside of your side veggies. Pick some up next time youโre in Texas.
This one is strange, just like the Thanksgiving dinner flavor mentioned earlier. The combination of sweet and savory is quite spectacular. This flavor is sold by Laboratorio del Gelato in New York City.
Louisana is home to all things Cajun, and they love to cook up all sorts of new dishes. This flavor is rather acidic and quite tasty. Stop by Creole Creamery in New Orleans for a taste of something special.
This one is a cultural dish to the natives in Alaska. Itโs made by mixing a base of animal fat with various berries found in the region. More current recipes substitute Crisco for the animal fat. Itโs defintely something to try if youโre ever in this nationโs largest state.
This SOUNDS like a Flaming Hot Mess. I am personally not the biggest fan of Cheetos but Iโm willing to give this a try. This novelty dessert is sold in New York, so give it a nibble if youโre ever in the Big Apple.
Ireland is known for Brown Bread. Some people even call it the โSpine of Irelandโ I would never have guessed it would become itโs own ice cream! The ice cream pictured is from Murphyโs Ice Cream in Ireland.
This is perhaps the funniest origin story of any ice cream flavor ever. Pop star Ed Sheeran was scheduled for a concert in Dublin. To welcome him back to the country, Gelati ice cream in Ireland decided to create a Ketchup Ice Cream flavor!
This flavor was created in the Netherlands, a country known for its love of herring. This flavor is described as having the texture of traditional ice cream and the pungent smell and taste of herring. It is made with raw herring, onion, sugar, and cream.
This German ice cream is infused with beer. The boozy blend is sold by Der Verruckte Eismacher. Itโs a nationwide company so youโll be able to try it from anywhere in Deutchland.
This dessert looks so much like actual spaghetti that it actually fools some children! This is sold in a German store in Berlin. Itโs made by pressing vanilla ice cream through a pasta press.
This flavor is famous in Spain. Itโs almost like an almond paste bar and tastes almost like a nougat. While the flavor is sold everywhere, I suggest you visit this location in Barcelona.
Yes. This flavor is made out of leaves. Its flavor is strongly influenced by the cuisine of Southern France, where it originated. This flavor is sold by Fenocchio, a local creamery.
Ice Falkirk in Scotland created this interesting recipe fairly recently. Some people think itโs a brilliant way to enhance the creaminess and the tanginess of ice cream. Other people think itโs gross. If nothing else, you can make this flavor into a Milkshake and dip french fries in them.
This is actually a very common ice cream in Finland. You do not have to visit a specific creamery or novelty shop to find a scoop. Just walk into any grocery store and buy a pint
What are the ingredients for ice cream? Cream, sugar, and Squid? You read that correctly, there is an ice cream flavor with SQUID!! Buckle up and get those tray tables in the fully upright and locked position. You are about to go on a tour around the worldโฆto investigate Ice Cream.
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