From different corners of the globe, there are tribes well known for their culinary preferences and delicacies. Here are five tribes and their famous traditional dishes that will leave you craving for more.

• Inuit

Inuit, also known as Eskimos, are indigenous people from Canada, Greenland, and Alaska. They love to indulge in raw or undercooked seafood, and their specialty dish is called “muktuk.” It is a meal made from frozen whale skin and blubber sliced into thin little squares.

• Maasai

Maasai is a Kenyan tribe that wanders on the African plains with their cattle and goats. Their famous meal is called “Nyama Choma,” which means grilled meat. They smoke their beef slowly over an open flame until tender, and it is always served with a side of vegetables and a traditional sour milk drink called “Mursik.”

• Navajo

The Navajo tribe is the largest Native American community from the USA. They have an exquisite stew known as “mutton stew,” prepared with mutton, potatoes, carrots, and water. This meal is slow-cooked for several hours until the mutton can be easily pulled apart and served with tortillas.

• Mongolian 

Mongolian cuisine is a blend of meat, dairy products, and vegetables. Tribesmen are known for their love for all things meat and dairy. Their famous meal is called “Bökh,” and it is prepared from mutton, regional vegetables, and any available fruits in the area.

• Aborigines 

Aborigines are the traditional tribes of Australia and are famous for their one-pot meal called “Kangaroo Stew.” This meaty delight includes spices like onions, tomatoes, and groundnuts. The meat is cooked gently for hours over low heat until it is soft and tender.

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In conclusion, culinary diversity is one of the significant ways that different tribes celebrate their heritage. Enjoy these delicious dishes as a way of celebrating our cultural diversity.