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FAU Erlangen Confirms Kangaroo Chili Special, Cites Food-Rescue Rationale

About 400 servings sold with positive feedback, with the university calling it an occasional item.

Overview

  • The mensa at FAU Erlangen’s Langemarckplatz served a chili made with actual kangaroo meat, the university confirmed.
  • A wholesaler offered the meat after a separate order was canceled, and the canteen accepted it to prevent disposal.
  • All roughly 400 planned portions were sold, with guests largely reacting favorably according to the communications office.
  • Kangaroo dishes have appeared sporadically at the canteen for about 25 years, and the university says this remains an exception.
  • A Reddit post of the menu listing—priced at €3.79 for students, €4.99 for staff, and €7.58 for guests—drew wide online attention and mixed comments.