Crazy Food To Try In Asia

5. Tuna Eyeballs

With a flavor similar to squid, tuna eyeballs are commonly found in Asian grocery stores and are most popular during the winter months. With a slippery and soft texture, the quite large eyes, surrounded by the severed muscles and fish fat, are usually boiled and then seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, sake or mirin (rice wine). The dish may also be fried, steamed, or stewed depended on preference. This bizarre delicacy is popular not only for its pleasant taste but also due to the low cost of the dish. In addition, tuna eyeballs have a high concentration of omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid or DHA, which contributes to their increased demand.