Bacon and... Bananas? 8 Unusual food combinations that taste good

Mix and Match: 8 Bizarre food combinations that actually taste good

ashley

06 Sep 2017

updated the 3 May 2019 à 03:55

Bacon and… bananas? Tantalise your taste buds with these eccentric yet scrumptious food combinations!

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Avocado And Chocolate
Before you scoff in disbelief, hear us out! Unbelievably, the silken texture of avocado expertly adds dimension to chocolate. Avocado chocolate mousse (see above) is a prime example of this magnificent combination!

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Cauliflower And Hot Sauce
Who knew Cauliflower could taste this good? Adding hot sauce to cauliflower adds a dimension of spice to this otherwise, ordinary vegetable. Be prepared for an explosion of crunch and tang in your mouth!

Photo: Skinny Taste
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Basil And Strawberries
Craving a rejuvenating drink? Add basil to a strawberry smoothie for a zesty spin on a classic. If you need something a little stronger, feel free to make a basil strawberry mojito instead!

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Chilli And Mango
Sweet juicy mangoes and biting chilli. This quirky pairing brings harmony on a plate. Drizzle chilli on a mango wrap for a sharp zing and flavourful meal!

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Olive Oil And Ice cream
Sceptics, read on. Now here's the scoop (no pun intended) on the mysterious olive ice cream. Would it taste oily? Or refreshing possibly? Well the answer is no! Olive oil adds a rich creamy texture to ice cream as well as a fresh and subtle herb undertone . If this hasn't convinced you, did we mention the wonderful peppery burn that contrasts spectacularly with the refreshing chill of ice cream!

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Honey And French fries
Ditch the barbecue sauce and dip your fries into honey instead! The sweet and rich texture of honey makes ordinary fries taste like a gourmet specialty!

Photo: TakePart.com
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Apple And Peanut butter
Tired of french toast every morning for breakfast? Spread some peanut butter on an apple slice for a healthy and nutritious start to your morning!

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Bacon And Banana
We know it sounds gross, but surprisingly, the salty goodness of bacon complements caramelized bananas so well, we can't help but wonder why such a dynamic pairing isn't a staple in households yet!

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Peanut butter and jelly, mac and cheese, bacon and eggs: some foods are just meant to be together. However, these classic and timeless food combinations haven’t always been in existence. Back in the day, combining peanut butter and a fruit-based spread would’ve been unheard of, perhaps blasphemous even. Only through experimentation and trial and error did these unusual pairings become a norm in modern households.

If you’re looking for something fresh and eclectic that make for a welcome change from the usual flavour combinations, we feel you! Check out the gallery for 8 unusual food pairings that taste amazing!

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