Camel Humps
Country of origin: China

Description: Camel is becoming more and more popular throughout the Middle East and Asia. The meat has a taste similar to beef, though its texture is much tougher. The hump is considered a delicacy because it is the fattiest and most tender part of the camel.

The fatty tissues within the hump are used by the camel to store energy. Camel humps can be eaten raw and warm from a freshly slaughtered animal, but they are generally boiled after the last remnants of body warmth have cooled.

Camel humps have also been deep-fried for more than 1,500 years. This dish is both tender and crispy, and the hue of the meat is purple. Because camel was historically an important mode of transportation, eating one was rare and added to its status as a delicacy.