The 16 Stinkiest Foods In The Entire World That People Love to Eat

Durian: Known as the "King of Fruits," durian is famous for its strong, pungent odor that some people find offensive.

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Surströmming: A Swedish delicacy, surströmming is fermented herring known for its extremely strong and unpleasant smell.

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Natto: A Japanese dish made from fermented soybeans, natto has a distinct and divisive odor.

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Limburger Cheese: This cheese from Germany is notorious for its pungent smell, often compared to dirty socks.

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Stinky Tofu: Popular in Asian cuisine, stinky tofu lives up to its name with its strong and distinctive aroma.

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Hákarl: A traditional Icelandic dish, hákarl is fermented shark meat with a strong ammonia-like odor.

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Kiviak: An Inuit dish made from fermented birds, typically auks, that results in a strong smell.

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Smelly Tofu: A variation of stinky tofu, this dish is popular in many Asian countries and known for its strong odor.

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