This is another one from those parts of the world. Those people are sure fond of their fermented fish. It is canned herring that supposedly has a strong pungent smell once you open the can, not a good recommendation to eat on the first date. Usually after opening the can people rush outside to eat it, in order not to cause other people to look at them with questioning gazes.
Surstromming is commonly served with snaps, light beers like pilsners or lagers, svagdricka (a type of light beer), water, or cold milk. What to drink with surstromming is disputed among connoisseurs (yes, there are people who call themselves that). Surstromming is usually served as the focus of a traditional festivity called a surstrommingsskiva. Whatever you think of Surstromming, it surely is an acquired taste.
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.