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British Burrito
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British Burrito

England's take on the Mexican meal wraps a Yorkshire pudding around meaty fillings.
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Bunny Chow
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Bunny Chow

This curry-on-the-go hails from South Africa.
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Borsok
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Borsok

Kyrgyzstan’s fried dough marks special occasions and "feeds" the dead.
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Komplet Lepinja
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Komplet Lepinja

Cream, eggs, and pork drippings combine in the ultimate Serbian bread bowl.
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Capybara
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Capybara

During Lent in Venezuela, the world's largest rodent becomes a “fish.”
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Caws Pobi
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Caws Pobi

The fire-roasted cheese is the medieval precursor to Welsh rarebit.
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Pops' Root Beer Bread Pudding
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Pops' Root Beer Bread Pudding

This Route 66 institution goes the extra mile for soda-based indulgence.
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Muqmad
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Muqmad

This camel jerky is a lifeline for Somali nomads during times of drought.
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Pineapple Bun With BBQ Pork
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Pineapple Bun With BBQ Pork

Two Chinese bakery specialties, combined into one.
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Vaca Entera
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Vaca Entera

This Argentinian cookout involves grilling an entire cow.
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Moroccan Camel Burgers
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Moroccan Camel Burgers

Journey into the Marrakesh Kasbah to find this lean, slightly sweet favorite.
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Edible Dormouse
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Edible Dormouse

A beloved dish in ancient Rome, these rodents are now grilled or stewed in select Croatian and Slovenian restaurants.
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Whole Roasted Camel
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Whole Roasted Camel

Typically reserved for special occasions, the massive meal can be bought for a hefty sum at restaurants in Qatar.
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Boodog
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Boodog

To travel light, Mongolian warriors used animal carcasses as crockery.
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Khorkhog
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Khorkhog

The true Mongolian barbecue.
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Cuy
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Cuy

The guinea pig is both food and pet in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
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