TikTok’s culinary side has become the hot spot of various food trends that put a creative twist to everyday snacks and meals. These viral culinary takes could be hit-or-miss and question the internet’s credibility for viral cuisine. Check out some of TikTok’s trending dishes and see if they’re worth the likes.
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This refreshing and fruitful taste of cucumbers, inspired by Logan [@logagm] on TikTok, puts a convenient twist on the cold dish. By slicing up cucumbers and placing them in a jar with a combination of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic clove sauce, and other seasonings like salt, pepper, and chili paste, the spicy and savory flavors explode in the jar allowing for a medley of salty, spicy goodness.
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The decadent chocolate craze has surely reached your For You Page at least once by now. The combination of a thick milk chocolate outer shell and a pistachio filling mixed with kataifi shreddings is being sold all over TikTok shop and has taken over ‘sweet treat-tok.’ The kataifi’s creaminess pairs perfectly with the milk chocolate, while the pistachio adds a unique crunch similar to an upsized Ferrero Rocher.
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A melodic blend of crunchy and refreshing sweetness from the sugary outer layer and juicy fruit inner layer is a viral classic. By slowly bringing your sugar mixture to a boil, dipping the skewered fruits of your choice, and letting them cool until fully hardened, Tanghulu’s candy-like presentation is the ultimate blend of virality and good eats.
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Buldak noodles have become the latest mukbang craze with their different flavors like Carbonara, original spicy, and more. TikTok creators normally elevate their instant noodle dishes by adding mozzarella cheese, eggs, vegetables, and more! The creamy, cheesy dish is perfect for late-night snacks, homework and finals studies, or a quick and easy dinner plan with family and friends.
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A more refreshing take on regular Haribo gummy bears, the Frozen gummy bear trend adds a fizzy element to the chewy childhood staple. First place your gummies into an air-tight container, pour in your fizzy bottle of Sprite, and let the container chill in the freezer overnight and watch as the gummies expand as they absorb the fizzy soda. The next day take your Sprite-infused gummies out place them on a parchment paper lined sheet pan and let set in the freezer for at least 3 hours.
Next time you see other viral dishes like these on your For You Page, be sure to put the reviews up to the test and try them for yourself! After all, the holiday season creates the optimal opportunity to try out some of these viral dishes.
