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 world…to investigate Ice Cream.
1) Squid Ink
Um…what? 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, it’s a flavor that’s sure to turn heads, which is why it’s 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. I’m 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?
We’re still in Japan. Meat flavored Ice Cream!? Yeah, it’s rather strange. Some reviews claim it tastes exactly like chicken. I don’t know how that is supposed to be accomplished but there is no way I’ll 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 you’re 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.) What’s 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 don’t try this one if you’re not feeling up to it.
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9) Sakura (Cherry Blossom)
Made to match Japan’s 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 really…interesting. There are little chewy tentacle chunks in the ice cream which act as a texture enhancer. I dunno…sounds 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 meat…it’s made with their eggs. You can actually order this two ways: Crocodile Pandan and Crocodile Coffee.
That’s right, Japan. The Philippines can make seafood Ice cream as well! This Ice Cream does not smell or taste fishy. It’s actually supposed to be really good. It was created by Central Luzon State University and won the Salon International de L’Agroalimentaire (SIAL) Innovation Gold Award during the SIAL ASEAN Manila 2016. I’d say it’s worth a try!
Basically, it’s cheese ice cream. It may seem weird so some people, but it’s actually a favorite of the Philippines. It’s 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. It’s purple and used in a lot of different dishes. It’s used to make breads, smoothies, and even cakes. My favorite, however, is it’s ice cream. It has just the right amount of sweetness blended with starchiness.
Let’s 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: It’s Hot!
Yes…that stuff you cook your vegetables in. It’s used in Ice Cream. Oddfellows Creamery in New York is known for its strange flavors. This is probably one of the strangest.
This…this 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. That’s quite the undertaking.
That’s right. We are revisiting the cheese flavors. I don’t know how this idea came to be but I’m happy it did. It sounds like a cheesecake…in ice cream form. This flavor is actually offered commercially by Jeni’s 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 it’s 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 you’re in Maine!
It gets…REALLY hot in Arizona. Arizona is also in the middle of the desert. What does this mean for desserts?? Well…they 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. It’s 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 ’em! Mash ’em! Stick ’em 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 isn’t ice cream, but it’s still pretty weird. This cupcake is bright green in color and has Dorito crumbs sprinkled over the top. It’s worth a try if you’re 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. That’s how this Oregon flavor would work.
Talk about strange. This recipe from South Carolina certainly has an odd combination of flavors. It’s sold by the sweet cream company and has a strange flavor profile.
Er…Refreshing? This flavor is super healthy. You could probably get away with eating this inside of your side veggies. Pick some up next time you’re 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. It’s made by mixing a base of animal fat with various berries found in the region. More current recipes substitute Crisco for the animal fat. It’s defintely something to try if you’re ever in this nation’s largest state.
This SOUNDS like a Flaming Hot Mess. I am personally not the biggest fan of Cheetos but I’m willing to give this a try. This novelty dessert is sold in New York, so give it a nibble if you’re ever in the Big Apple.
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