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It is illegal to cook Fugu (Blow Fish) for more than 80 seconds. Fugu contains deadly poison in the organs. Despite of the risk, fugu dishes are considered special feasts in Japan.


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4 Responses to “It is illegal to cook Fugu (Blow Fish) for more than 80 seconds. Fugu contains deadly poison in the organs. Despite of the risk, fugu dishes are considered special feasts in Japan.”

Comment from kazuya
Time April 24, 2010 at 4:59 am

The chef must go through a three year apprenticeship before even being allowed to take a test to be licensed.

Comment from LUL
Time May 19, 2010 at 5:43 am

Dont you feel smart lmao

Comment from Benny
Time May 17, 2011 at 6:23 am

The only thing stupid is stupid Japs and stupid Americans eating a cute little fish that can kill them.

Comment from Editor
Time August 25, 2011 at 4:21 pm

@ benny
It is offensive to say japs and it is a traditional food. Americans dont eat it and it is not cute nor is it commonly served

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