Missi roti lands on 'World's Worst Foods' list, sparks outrage among Indian foodies
TasteAtlas, a popular food and travel guide, has stirred debate with its latest release of the "100 Worst Rated Foods in the World" list, as of January 8, 2025. Based on over half a million ratings, Lapland's Blodpalt, a dumpling made with animal blood, was ranked the worst. However, one inclusion that caught Indian attention was Missi Roti, a beloved Punjabi spiced flatbread, which placed 56th on the list.
Traditionally made with a mix of whole wheat and gram flour, Missi Roti is flavored with spices like red chili, carom seeds, turmeric, and crushed pomegranate seeds. Often served hot with a dollop of ghee, it pairs beautifully with dals and curries, making it a staple of Punjabi cuisine.
The ranking led to strong reactions from Indian food lovers, particularly on Reddit. One user joked, “Missi Roti features in the world’s worst dishes list. We riot!” Others speculated that the critics might have tasted it without a complementary curry, calling the flatbread a "heavenly experience" when paired with classics like dal makhani.
While some questioned the list's credibility, noting a perceived attempt to balance global representation, others defended the dish's cultural significance and flavor. TasteAtlas clarified that its rankings are not definitive judgments but rather reflections of audience opinions.
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Rain washes out Super Eights match between New Zealand and Pakistan
Pallekele (Sri Lanka) (PTI): New Zealand and Pakistan shared a point after incessant rain forced the abandonment of the opening T20 World Cup Group 2 Super Eights match here on Saturday.
Amid a slight drizzle, Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first.
But the steady droplets soon transformed into relentless pouring, forcing the officials to call off the match without a ball being bowled.
Before the skies opened up, Pakistan made one change to their eleven, bringing in Fakhar Zaman in place of Khawaja Nafay.
New Zealand made three changes with skipper Mitchell Santner back after missing the last match against Canada due to a stomach issue and Lockie Ferguson and Ish Sodhi also found a place in the XI.
But all those calculations and combinations will have to wait for another day, as Pakistan will now face England here on February 24.
New Zealand will make a light travel to Colombo to face home side Sri Lanka on February 25.
The washout has also placed both the Kiwis and Pakistan in a relatively tighter place ahead of their remaining two Super Eights matches.
A similar result in any of the following matches, a possibility considering Sri Lanka’s weather pattern, or a defeat can put their semifinal ambitions in serious jeopardy.
