10 Weird Foods You’ll Find in Canada
Canada has a lot of interesting and unique foods. In addition to the well-known dishes, Canada also has some unusual foods that even the most adventurous eater might find strange. Here are ten weird foods you will find in Canada.
Flipper Pie
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Flipper Pie is a traditional dish in Newfoundland made with the flippers of the Atlantic seal. The meat is usually stewed and served as a pot pie with mashed potatoes, carrots, onions, and other vegetables. This strange dish has a rich flavor and a unique texture thanks to its main ingredient.
Ketchup Chips
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Ketchup chips are a popular snack in Canada that has become an unofficial national dish. They consist of potatoes, ketchup seasoning, and vegetable oil. The unusual flavor is hard to explain – some people describe them as sweet and tangy, while others find them plain and salty. Take a bite and decide for yourself!
Ketchup Flavored Soda
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Ketchup-flavored soda might sound strange, but it’s quite popular in Canada. The beverage combines tomato concentrate, vinegar, sugar, and other ingredients to give it a unique ketchup-like flavor. While the taste may take some getting used to, it’s pretty good once you get used to it.
Screech Rum
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Screech rum is a popular spirit in Canada, particularly in Newfoundland; made from Caribbean molasses and has a robust and intense flavor that might not be for everyone. It’s usually served as a shot but can also be used to make cocktails or mixed with other drinks.
Nanaimo Bars
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Nanaimo bars are a popular dessert in Canada that consists of layers of buttercream, custard, and chocolate. They originated in Nanaimo and have since become a favorite snack nationwide.
Jiggs Dinner
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Jiggs dinner is a traditional Newfoundland meal consisting of boiled salted beef, potatoes, carrots, turnips, cabbage, and peas. Served with molasses dumplings or baked beans for dessert, it’s a hearty dish that tastes great when paired with local beer.
Butter Tarts
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Butter tarts are a popular Canadian dessert made with pastry and filled with butter, sugar, syrup, and sometimes raisins. They are usually slightly sweet and have a gooey texture inside. While the traditional version is famous nationwide, some bakers get creative by adding different ingredients like nuts or chocolate.
Prairie Oysters
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Prairie oysters, also known as rocky mountain oysters, are a delicacy in some parts of Canada. They consist of bull testicles that are usually deep-fried or cooked in a stew. It has a unique taste and texture, making it an intriguing dish for adventurous eaters.
Sushi Pizza
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Sushi pizza is a curious dish found in Canada that combines two very different cuisines. The unusual creation consists of a sushi roll, topped with tomato sauce and cheese, then baked in the oven. While it might sound strange, the combination of flavors works surprisingly well.
Peameal Bacon
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Peameal bacon is a Canadian bacon made from the leaner part of a pork loin. The meat is cured and then rolled in yellow cornmeal, giving it its unique appearance. Commonly served with breakfast or sandwiches, this delicacy boasts a sweet and salty flavor that sets it apart from regular bacon.