The Oldest Recipe in the World: Nettle Pudding

The world’s oldest known recipe isn’t beer—it’s Nettle Pudding, made from stinging nettles, and it’s over 3,700 years old!

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This recipe was found on a Babylonian clay tablet from about 1700 BCE. It’s the oldest written recipe we know!

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Nettle Pudding is made from wild nettles, grains, and sometimes animal fat—an ancient dish packed with nutrients.

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Nettles are full of vitamins, iron, and fiber, making them perfect for a healthy, energizing meal.

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Nettle Pudding wasn’t just food—it was part of everyday life in ancient Babylon. It helped feed and energize people.

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Even today, nettles are used in soups and teas. This ancient recipe still influences modern cooking!

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Next time you see nettles, remember—they’ve been used for food for over 3,700 years!

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The Invention of Potato Chips

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