When you heard about American cuisines, the most typical that comes to your mind is mostly burgers, hamburgers, pancakes. The food of the USA speaks a lot about the country’s history. The American dishes are influenced by lots of people like indigenous American Indians, Asians, Latin American, Pacific Islanders, Europeans, and African Americans. But despite the influence of these groups, Food of the USA has come a long way to be known and loved in the entire world as typical American Dishes.
# Buffalo WingsA Buffalo wing is one of the popular American dishes. The dish is basically chicken wings that are deep-fried and then dipped or coated in melted butter and a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce. It was invented during the year 1964 in Buffalo, New York at the Anchor Bar, hence the name Buffalo Wings. Though many others claim that the dish was invented somewhere else. These wings are traditionally eaten hot and with carrot and celery sticks with blue cheese.
# Tater TotsAmong the most popular food of the USA, one which makes the list is Tater Tots. This cuisine of the US is somewhat similar to the French fries. The American version is made of deep-fried cylindrical grated potatoes that are crunchy on the outside. You can have a bite on these munchies at any of the breakfast spots, diners, or fast food joints. These are served and eaten hot.
# Hot DogsIf you know American food, then you must know about Hotdogs. Hotdogs are loved by almost everyone in America. It is steamed or grilled food of the USA in which sausage is served as a stuffing in the slit of a partially sliced bun. The condiments and preparations of hot dogs vary worldwide. Some of the popular condiments include mustard, mayonnaise, cheese sauce, relish, ketchup. The garnishing of the hot dog includes sauerkraut, jalapeños, chili, grated cheese, onions, olives, and bacon. You can find hot dogs in any fast food joint or breakfast spots easily.
# Apple PieApple pie is the most traditional food of the USA. The apple pie’s tradition can be guessed from the popular phrase “as American as apple pie”. It is one of the most popular and loved American dishes. The apple pie is double crusted and has a pastry filling. It is often served with ice cream, whipped cream, or cheddar cheese.
# Barbecue RibsBarbeque food items are the country’s old-time favorite. This age-old tradition of barbequing foods has been now evolved as an art. The preparation of the dish is itself an art. The BBQ Rub is applied to heavily coat the meat. Then the ribs are covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated overnight. After that, the ribs are baked for hours, and then it is again wrapped with foil for the flavors to soak completely. The finally cooked ribs are applied with barbeque sauce and baked again. The whole cooking process adds richness and great taste.