PICS: These Rice Balls Are Sweat-Infused .. And Tasty

Zee Media Bureau
May 03, 2024

Constant Innovations in Gastronomy

The world of food is always changing, with new ideas shaping how we cook and eat around the globe.

Unusual Preparation Method

Some young women are making a Japanese snack, onigiri using their armpits.

Hygiene Measures

Reports say that precautions are taken to keep things clean. Before using their armpits, both the ingredients and the body parts are disinfected.

Sweat-Based Technique

Instead of using their hands to shape the rice balls, these creators are using sweat from their armpits. Some places are selling these 'sweat-infused' onigiris for a lot of money.

Public Display

Some restaurants are even showing off how they make these unique snacks. Surprisingly, some people say they taste just like regular onigiris.

Controversial Reaction

People online have strong opinions about this trend. Some like the idea of using body parts in cooking, while others are strongly against it.

Cultural Perspectives

A report talks about both the culture and science behind this trend. It mentions a study from 2013 suggesting that sweat might affect our feelings.

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