20 Favourite American Foods for all time
Here we talk about best all time American food.
ILLINOIS: Deep Dish Pizza
No surprises here! Chicago is known for the deep dish pizza that was invented at Pizzeria Uno in Chi-town in 1943. The super-stuffed pie is assembled upside-down to prevent overcooking all your favorite fixings.
Fried Green Tomatoes
This Southern classic is especially beloved in Alabama. Try dipping these fried bites in ranch dressing for a heavenly appetizer.
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ARIZONA: Enchiladas
As Flavored Nation explains, the enchiladas you'll find in Arizona have a red sauce and aren't overly spicy. So if you're looking for a dish that's mild but still flavor-packed, this is a great option.
And for more fun facts, here are 6 Americanized "Mexican Dishes" They Won't Eat in Mexico.
ALASKA: Reindeer Sausage
Whether you picture reindeer sleighing through a Christmas Eve sky or on a bun at a hot dog cart, the gamey meat has been an Alaskan staple since the late 19th century.
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ARKANSAS: Fried Catfish
While Arkansas' freshwater bodies are brimming with the state's staple, authorities set a daily creel limit on many catfish species to ensure the streams and lakes maintain their abundance. In restaurants, you'll often find the fried fish breaded with a mixture of flour, cornbread, and spices, and served alongside hush puppies.
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CALIFORNIA: Fish Tacos
The classic fish taco—grilled or fried white fish (such as cod or mahi-mahi), shredded cabbage, crema, pico de gallo, and a squirt of lime all nestled into a double layer of corn tortillas—originated in Baja, California.
Want to make your own fish tacos at home? Try this Spicy Tuna and Avocado Fish Taco Recipe.
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COLORADO: Rocky Mountain Oysters
Rocky mountain oysters aren't a type of seafood—they're actually fried bull testicles. Whether or not that sounds appetizing to people outside the midwest, these are a delicacy in Colorado.
DELAWARE: Fries with Vinegar
Forget ketchup—apple cider vinegar is the best way to top your French fries.
CONNECTICUT: Lobster Mac and Cheese
Nothing screams "New England" more than sweet lobster chunks, especially when they're baked into a delicious plate of mac and cheese.
FLORIDA: Key Lime Pie
As the official pie of the Peninsula State, key lime pie features a tangy yet sweet mixture of aromatic key limes, eggs, and condensed milk. Key limes, which are native to the Florida Keys, differ from other lime varieties because they're smaller, seedier, and more flavorful.
GEORGIA: Peach Cobbler
It's no secret that Georgia is known for its juicy peaches, but how did the fruit-filled cobbler come about? According to Flavored Nation, cobblers were created by combining fruit with "cobbled" together clumps of biscuit dough that are then baked over a fire. The pie originated as the main meal for American settlers but is usually enjoyed for dessert nowadays.
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IDAHO: Finger Steaks
Much to our dismay, Idaho's most iconic food isn't the nutritious potato. Finger steaks began as a means to repurpose leftover tenderloin and are made by cutting the meat into half-inch-wide strips, battering them in flour, and deep-frying them.
KANSAS: Burnt Ends
If burnt ends aren't your favorite part of the brisket, you don't know what you're missing. The crispy, flavor-packed barbecue portions make for the perfect sandwich.
KENTUCKY: Bourbon Bread Pudding
Kentucky is home to numerous bourbon distilleries, and what better way to use that booze than by putting it in a dessert? You'll never think of bread pudding the same way again.
LOUISIANA: Jambalaya
There are plenty of classic New Orleans foods, but jambalaya is a Louisiana staple. Shrimp and sausage rolled into one delicious, hearty stew?
MAINE: Lobster Roll
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Just as Connecticut braves the cold, snowy winters with a warm lobster roll, Maine is notably known for its cold lobster rolls. The difference: Unlike Connecticut's steamy chunks, Maine lobster is chilled and tossed with mayo and celery or scallions into a seafood salad that's then piled over a special bun called the "New England."
You really can't go wrong with a fresh-baked crab cake dipped in tangy tartar sauce. And Maryland does it best by baking its cakes with blue crabs straight from the Chesapeake Bay.
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MICHIGAN: Pasties
You might think of meat hand pies as a British food, but they're traditional in Michigan, too. Pasties made an easy, filling lunch for 19th-century miners in the state, and they're still popular in Michigan today.
MASSACHUSETTS: New England Clam Chowder
A trip to Cape Cod would be incomplete without a bowl of New England clam chowder. The hearty soup is concocted with clams, potatoes, onions, and milk or cream, which lends the chowder its signature richness and white color. The brew was believed to be introduced to the northern states by either French, Nova Scotian, or British settlers and was a staple in the region's diet in the 1700s.
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MINNESOTA: Tater Tot Hotdish
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A casserole made of tater tots? You'd better believe it! Hotdish is the ultimate comfort food for potato-loving Midwesterners.
MISSISSIPPI: Mud Pie
Named for the dark and viscous mud that runs along the Mississippi river, this chocolate-packed pie has become the beloved favorite among dessert seekers nationwide. The pie, unlike the cake, is made with a cookie crust, and the filling remains a delicious mixture of pudding, cake, biscuits, ice cream, whipped cream, and marshmallows. What's not to love?
MONTANA: Bison Meatballs
In the vast farmlands of Montana, farmers actually own more bison than cows. An excellent source of lean protein, bison also supplies a variety of B vitamins, zinc, iron, and selenium. And because bison are free-ranging, they're more likely to be grass-fed and organic than beef.
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NEBRASKA: Deep-Fried Corn
Did you know you can deep-fry corn? Nebraska takes this summer staple to the next level.
NEVADA: Prime Rib
Las Vegas has become a culinary destination for many people with its strip of luxury hotels and upscale restaurants. While prime rib is served in many of these Michelin-starred restos, this cut of meat is actually cheap and was used to lure gamblers into casino restaurants.
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MISSOURI: Toasted Ravioli
This isn't just a dish you can get at the Olive Garden! Toasted ravioli is thought to have originated in an Italian neighborhood of St. Louis.
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