Britain’s 5 best Culinary Delights

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Here are a few delicacies that go around Britain that no Australian or any other tourist would want to miss –

1. Reestit mutton

One of the Shetland delicacies is Reestit mutton, which is made by marinating it in brine for up to three weeks, after which it is dried. In this dehydrated state, the meat can be kept for years. In the old times the meat would be smoke dried in a peat fire. It is hard to get Reestit mutton outside the Shetland area but getting it is always worth the effort. This delicacy is best used as soup stock with cabbage and potatoes. It is often served with hot fresh bread or oatcakes.

2. Kippers

This is an English delicacy that tastes as good as it sounds. Kippers are herrings that are sliced in two halves; these are salted and then smoked. This was once a common breakfast for the people of the lower classes in places where fresh fish was not easily available. This is one favorite English food that can be enjoyed with any meal and is really great even in the barbecue.

3. Fish and Chips

It was in the UK that Chips were first made in 1860. These chips are larger than the usual French fries and it also has a very different texture. It is now common vogue to have the chips fried thrice for extra crispiness but the chips that are served with fish are much softer in texture. It was almost at the same time that cooked fish appeared with chips and the two were paired.

4. Mince pies

History has it that Mince pies came as a recipe that Crusaders brought into the country when they returned. There were however certain Puritans who did not accept this food. Today mince pies are made from fat, dried fruits, spices and brandy. Mince pies are best eaten fresh baked from the oven.

5. Haggis

Haggis is one Scottish delicacy that is served with Scottish pride. It tastes a hundred fold better than the recipe. This is one delicacy that ought to be served with potatoes and swede. What really goes well with Haggis is whisky sauce. This is one food a person must try if he is in Scotland.