The Most Addictive Foods From Around The World

Argentina - Barbecued beef

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If there's one thing you need to know about Argentina, it's how seriously they take their barbecued beef. This type of barbecue, also known as asado, is quite common in Argentina. Believe it or not, the average Argentinian consumes an astounding 125.6 pounds of beef annually, that's a lotta beef!

Australia - Freakshakes

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Don't get me wrong, freakshakes are pretty much sold everywhere, but they were an Australian delicacy first. The drinker has a sugar overload when a variety of items are placed on top, no wonder they're so damn addictive. They can be topped with all your favorite candies and chocolates.

Austria - Tafelspitz

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This dish is the supreme beef dinner when it comes to the Austrians, and they just can't get enough off it. It's a fabulous delicacy in Vienna and Tafelspitz is essentially just boiled veal. Okay, so we know that it might not sound that addictive, but it must taste better than it looks.

Belgium - Waffles

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I know what you're all asking, what makes a Belgian waffle better than traditional American waffles? Well, for starts, the American kind are often thinner than Belgian waffles. Also, the extra-deep pockets of Belgian waffles make them ideal for dipping in butter, jam, maple syrup, or whipped cream. I'm drooling now!

Brazil - Pão de Queijo

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The Pão de Queijo is a small, baked cheese roll that is a favorite breakfast and snack menu item in Brazil. The delicacy actually originated in the Minas Gerais region of Brazil, and with it's insanely cheesy qualities, there's no wonder it's addictive.

Canada - Poutine

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Whether you're Canadian or not, you've definitely heard of poutine. It's a dish made up of cheese curds, fries, and brown gravy. Apparently, there's a lot of conflicting theories behind with Canadian region to adopt the addictive food; it's that good they wall want to claim the bragging rights.

China - Dumplings

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I can guarantee that many people have had a go on Chinese dumplings, only to find out how amazing they taste. Essentially, the dumplings are savory packages filled with minced pork, egg, tofu, or vegetables and in order to cook them you can boil, pan-fry, or steam them.

Colombia - Bandeja Paisa

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Here's where this one might get a little confusing, it actually goes by many different names... bandeja paisa, bandeja de arriero, bandeja montaera, or bandeja antioquea. The addictive dish is made up of two different kinds of sausage, ground beef, rice, red beans, a fried pork rind, an arepa, a plantain, a piece of avocado, and an egg fried to perfection.

Egypt - Feteer meshaltet

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A flaky Egyptian layered pastry known as feteer meshaltet, which interestingly translates to "cushioned pies", is sometimes known simply as feteer. The Egyptians love this food, with its numerous, thin layers of dough, ghee, and a varieties of filling, savory and sweet.

England - Sweet biscuits

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So we all know that the English just love their tea, but what do you think they dunk in it? Well, that's where the biscuits get involved. England are proud to herald a number of addictive biscuit types including custard creams, jammy dodgers, malted milks and ginger nuts!

France - Croissants

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There's a bit of a scandal in this one. Everyone can appreciate that croissants are definitely addictive, and definitely come from France, right? Well... some theorize that it was Marie Antoinette who brought that croissant to Paris. However, it wasn't until a Viennese baker started his patisserie in Paris in 1838 that the pastry gained widespread acclaim in France around the middle of the 19th century.

Germany - Currywurst

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German fast food mainstay, currywurst, must be one of Germany's most indulgent dishes ever. It's composed of a sausage that has been steamed, boiled, and deep-fried before being customarily sliced into bite-sized pieces and covered in a sweet or sour curry ketchup. I mean, what's there not to like?!

Greece - Moussaka

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Think of this as a Greek lasagna, just with more eggplants and less pasta! The dish isn't just widely loved by the Greeks though, no, but it's proven addictive in the Middle East, the Balkans, Turkey and Egypt. Take a trip down to a Greek restaurant and you'll see just how addictive this stuff is.

Ireland - Boxty

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While boxty is a widely loved dish in Ireland, the backstory to how it became such an addictive staple is not a happy one. Made up of potatoes, the dish arose from Irish homes whose survival depended on potatoes. The potato crop was ruined by blight during the famine, which also had an impact on boxty consumption.

Israel - Hummus

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We all love a bit of hummus, and once you start dipping, you just can't stop! Israeli-style hummus is typically smoother and creamier than the majority of hummus you'll find in US grocery stores. Compared to several other Middle Eastern hummus variants, it has a lot more tahini, a sesame seed paste.

Italy - Focaccia

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If you've ever tried focaccia, you can vouch for just how indulgent the bread is. The flat bread can be either savory or sweet. In Italy, Liguria is the region best renowned for its focaccia. This focaccia is 1/2 to 1 inch thick, has a light crust, and a surface covered in oil-retentive indentations. What's not to love?

USA - Pizza

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While it does seem right to give Italy the credit for this one, it's the famous Chicago deep dish pizza that has really become addictive in the US. Pizza was made with the typical thin crust by Italian immigrants who came to the city in the late 1800s and early 1900s, but the American's took it that one step further... and aren't we grateful!

Japan - Sushi

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This is one of them dishes that some people love and some people hate, but I just can't get enough sushi. It is assumed that sushi was brought to Japan in the ninth century and gained popularity as Buddhism spread throughout the country. Because Buddhists refrain from eating meat, fish has become a common food source for many Japanese.

Mexico - Tacos

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Mexico had a lot of contenders for the addictive dish category, but tacos has to take the top spot. Who can stop at one?! Not to mention they can be stuffed with fillings like beef, pig, chicken, fish, beans, veggies, and cheese and then smothered in salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Netherlands - Fries

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If you've been to Amsterdam, you know how seriously the Dutch take their fries (or frites). Dutch friesauce, is the indescribable sauce they use to cover the street-vendor fires, comparable to mayonnaise but is leaner, typically sweeter, and has no more than 25% fat.

Nigeria - Jollof Rice

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A common household meal in West African cooking is jollof rice. Seriously, you can't just have one helping! Rice, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and additional seasonings are the main ingredients and the meal is prepared in a single pot. Sounds like a fab meal with barely any washing up!

Portugal - Pastel de Nata

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If you've ever tried Pastel de Nata in Portugal you'll know that they leave you wanting more and more. It's a tiny dessert that combines custard tart and cake elements. The work of art has a crunchy, flaky pastry outside and a creamy, custardy inside.

Russia - Pelmeni

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Russian dumplings, or pelmeni, are made of a filling encased in a thin layer of unleavened dough. They've actually been described as "The heart of Russian cuisine", which goes to show how undeniably popular and addictive they are for households in Russia!

Scotland - Haggis

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While it might look a bit funny, the Scottish swear by haggis. It was born of tougher times, when it was important to use as much of a killed animal as possible. In that case, they took sheep's pluck and minced it with onions, oatmeal and spices, before stuffing into back into the animal's stomach!

South Korea - Tteokbokki

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Tteokbokki is South Korea's answer to a rice cake. It's widely popular among street food vendors and is heralded as one of the most enjoyed street food cuisines. There's different types, which include sweet, spicy and savory. What's there not to love?

Southern USA - Fried Chicken

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Everyone knows that the Southern states are ADDICTED to fried chicken. It's thought that fried chicken originated in the American South between the 17th and 19th centuries. Only African Americans, the majority of whom were slaves, were able to cook "genuine" fried chicken, according to Southerners.

Spain - Spanish omelet

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If you've never had a Spanish omelet, you are seriously missing out. While it's similar to the usual omelet in that it utilizes eggs, the Spanish don't just stop there. They dare to stuff their omelets full of potatoes and onions too. Sounds delish!

USA - Potato chips

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Potato chips just have to be one of the most versatile snack EVER. You don't have to be in the mood for them. We going to the movies? Let me grab my Pringles. Oh, we just having a film night? Lay's it is. Americans can't get enough of them and, well, frankly, I don't think the rest of the World can either.

Vietnam - Phở Noodle soup

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Phở has to be one of the most well-known Vietnamese soups outside of Vietnam. Anyone who has had it can vouch for how insanely tasteful this dish is. It originated in the province of Nam Dinh and it didn't take long for it to spread to other countries too, like Hanoi.

Wales - Rarebit

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Fact number one, Welsh rarebit contains absolutely no rabbit at all! I know, mind-blowing. Welsh rarebit is a delicacy made of toasted bread pieces topped with a hot cheese sauce. The dish was initially labelled Welsh rabbit, but was later changed to rarebit because, as we said, it had no rabbit in!