Classic British dish named as one of the worst in the world
Classic British dish named as one of the worst in the world
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A classic British dish has been dubbed one of the 'worst rated' dishes in the world. Travel guide TasteAtlas has put together a list of the 100 dishes readers liked least, with results coming in from all over the world from nearly 600,000 ratings. In last place was 'blodpalt' dumplings from Finland, which was awarded just 1.6 stars out of five.
![[In last place was 'blodpalt' dumplings from Finland , which was awarded just 1.6 stars out of five]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/16/93966251-14271279-image-a-22_1736526936142.jpg)
The dumplings, which are associated with northern Sweden and Finland are made from rye or barley flour mixed with animal blood. But a British classic was also included in the list and was officially declared the fifth worst dish of all time. The traditional east London jellied eels scored a mere 2.1 stars, with foodies repulsed by their unusual texture.
![[The rest of the top 10 included New York City's ramen burger]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/16/93966241-14271279-image-a-23_1736526961011.jpg)
The Cockney street food item dates back to the 18th century as a cheap and easy way to provide a meal - and eels were one of the few types of fish that could survive the heavy pollution of the River Thames at the time. The eels are covered in gelatin, cloves, vinegar, white pepper and salt and are still readily available in many a pie and mash shop.
![[Thorramatur (a selection of meat and fish from Iceland, including shark) also made the list]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/16/93966247-14271279-image-a-24_1736526963737.jpg)
Classic jellied eels from the UK have been named as one of the worst dishes in the world. In second place was Spain's bocadillo de sardinas, with a score of 1.9. Though it may appear inoffensive at a first glance - as it is only a sandwich - it has a controversial filling of canned sardines, which may be paired with peppers, tomatoes, coriander, boiled eggs, mayonnaise and yoghurt sauce.
![[Baby conger eel oven fried in olive oil, served in terra cotta dish]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/16/93966245-14271279-image-a-25_1736526966651.jpg)
