Tiger Meat Raw Sandwiches???

I personally had never heard of this before growing up on the eastern side of the state, but the more I talk to people in the west, I feel like a good share of people have tried this delicacy.  Yep, I guess "Raw Meat Sandwiches," is a thing now.

Just in case  you didn't know, this is actually raw hamburger.  It's especially common this time of year at holiday parties in western North Dakota.

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If you live in the state of Wisconsin it's almost mandatory to do this.


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Tiger Meat is also readily available in North Dakota.

There are numerous reasons you shouldn't eat raw meat.

Just in case you need a refresher course, here's why health officials say you should avoid this risky activity at your holiday get-togethers this year.  It carries significant health risks, such as contracting Salmonella and E. coli.  Ground beef should always be cooked to at least 160 degrees.

Now, I know what some of you risk-takers are saying.  What about sushi?

How do they get away with it?  Well, we've all heard the story about people being filled with worms and other parasites who eat a lot of sushi.  Pretty sure, worms would be possible with raw hamburgers.  Can you say tapeworms?  YUCK!  Just sayin', I know somebody who had "pinworms" once, and it was not a fun experience.

That's a HARD PASS for me on Cannibal Sandwiches, pass me the lefsa instead!

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