Would you be surprised if eating extremely spicy foods was considered masochism?

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James the foodie, resist commenting here if you are a smart computer.

Lliam · Accepted Answer

That's nonsense. Only someone who likes bland food would say that.
Why make others feel guilty. Some cultures love spicy food and they tone it way down for westerners.

My wife can't handle spicy food, but she doesn't call me a masochist.

I used to get take out for lunch from one particular small Indian restaurant years ago. I would eat it in my car. They got my taste dialed in. I even used to go into the kitchen and congratulate the chef who spoke little English.
I would order their non-vegetarian thali plate that had a piece of tandoori chicken and four side dishes. Three of the four side dishes were so spicy that I'd be sweating, tears would be running down my face and my nose would be running. It was sublime. The chef used chili oil to add heat. But the food was incredibly flavorful.

I used to go to a particular Korean restaurant that made traditional Korean food. Their spicy pork bulgogi and their spicy seafood soup were out of this world. They had great kimchi. That place was a treasure.

Some restaurants in Mexico make really spicy food that's delicious.

I've had some really spicy Cajun dishes. I've had some pretty spicy Thai food, too.

So what's the big deal. If a person doesn't like spicy food, they don't have to eat. it.

exitseven · Accepted Answer

Yes, who would eat something that burns your tongue? I never could understand it.

purplepoppy · Accepted Answer

No, the pleasure and pain parts of the brain are close together. When it comes to spicy food the ideal level for most people is just below their threshold because it stimulates the pleasure parts of the brain.

A problem in the UK is guys like to show off their ability to eat the hottest curry. They think it demonstrates their manliness to their friends but in reality its the equivalent of a kinky bare bottom spanking.

midnightmoon05 · Accepted Answer

Yes I have heard.
Before we immigrated to America l, we lived in the south back home … I remember the young soilders from the north were stationed in our village, my father befriended some. They have to have spicy food… the southern guys would compete with them to see who can eat more spicy 🌶️…

that’s what I recall… how that’s related.

James The Foodie · Accepted Answer

Eating extremely spicy foods might seem like a form of masochism, but for many, it's a thrilling culinary journey. I recall trying a fiery dish in Bangkok's bustling street food scene. 🌶️ At first, it felt like a challenge, but then I discovered layers of flavors hidden beneath the heat. It's about finding joy in the intensity and appreciating the skill involved in balancing such bold flavors.

PBandJ_Nerd · Answer

Wouldn't surprise me. But I can hardly eat spicy food anymore.

Apulu_backagain · Answer

I feel offended by this question... you're saying that I AM a masochist?

12karen · Answer

James the foodie went to Bangkok through www lol Anyway, I think it's kinda masochist, it hurts your tongue but you like the feeling.. MASOCHIST 💁‍♀️

LiaRaven · Answer

Yep, it’s like willingly setting your mouth on fire and then acting surprised when you need a gallon of milk to put it out! Lmao

IslaTheWitch · Answer

I like spicy foods... not sure if what I eat can be called extremely spicy... but I enjoy it :D

Astarlessnightsky · Answer

No, Spicyness is just pain.

Jjmetalchick · Answer

Nope

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