Previously, we've featured desserts representing each US state (what do sweet tooth Americans love most? Just look at the desserts representing each US state to find out). Today, we're still focusing on the US and discussing some of America's favorite foods! See which ones you might also enjoy!

hot dog

The hot dog is truly an American food. Originally made with just sausage, it can now be made with a variety of different meats.

If you're interested in hot dogs, you can check out our special article about hot dogs: Just a bun and sausage? Why did the hot dog become an American cultural symbol?

cornbread

In the United States, more than 90 million acres of land are dedicated to growing corn, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Cornbread, made with cornmeal, is a delicious side dish for almost any meat, salad, or dish.

corn dogs

Corn dogs are a combination of cornbread and hot dogs. They became popular at the Texas State Fair in 1942 and have become a classic delicacy in American history.

Coney Hot Dog

Greek and Macedonian immigrants in the 1900s and 1910s brought the Coney hot dog, which features a special meat sauce and cheese, along with tangy chili, onions, and mustard.

Macaroni and cheese

If you ask Americans what they want to eat when they're hungry, many will answer: macaroni and cheese. The exact origins of macaroni and cheese are unknown, but the earliest known recipe is from 1769.

It is said that Thomas Jefferson fell in love with French pasta during his stay in France and brought back some pasta recipes and a pasta machine when he returned. In 1802, macaroni and cheese appeared at the American state banquet.

Apple Pie

Crispy pie crust wrapped with warm baked apple slices and drizzled with cinnamon syrup is a delicacy that suits American tastes perfectly.

Apple pie wasn't invented by Americans. The first apple pie was made by the British in the 14th century. It wasn't until the 1940s, during World War II, that Americans became associated with apple pie, and Americans themselves believe that apple pie represents the taste of home and mother.

Buffalo Hot Wings

This snack originates from Buffalo, New York, hence its name. It is fried (without flour) and then seasoned with spicy sauce or other flavorings.

In the United States, the taste of Buffalo wings is not completely unchanged, but the essence remains the same.

Chili Bean Stew

As the name suggests, this dish is quite spicy and contains a lot of calories. It first appeared at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. By the early 20th century, it had become popular in Texas and then spread throughout the West.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Since bread slicers became popular in the United States in 1928, sandwiches of all kinds have become popular.

The simple combination of a grilled cheese sandwich was the most common food in American families during the Great Depression. Paired with a bowl of tomato soup, it is the taste of childhood for many Americans.

Reuben sandwich

This classic sandwich is a generous portion of corned beef and sauerkraut, topped with melted Swiss cheese and sandwiched between two slices of rye bread. It's a juicy sandwich.

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich

This is a famous bacon sandwich, also known as BLT in the United States, which is the abbreviation of the first letters of bacon, lettuce and tomato.

Peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Like the bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich above, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich is commonly called a "PB&J" in the United States. PB stands for peanut butter and J stands for jelly. This sandwich has been popular in the United States since the 1940s.

Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich

It is said that this was invented by a hot dog vendor in South Philadelphia. However, his original intention was to sell hot dogs and steaks separately. But a taxi driver happened to pass by, so he ordered a steak sandwich. Unexpectedly, it tasted very good. From then on, the steak sandwich became famous. Many taxi drivers came to eat it, and it became popular throughout the United States.

Poor Man's Sandwich

The American name for the Po' Boy sandwich is the Po' Boy sandwich, and Po' Boy means "poor boy." In 1929, when streetcar drivers went on strike, a restaurant owner made this cheap sandwich to serve to the striking workers, and Po' Boy referred to these workers.

A pauper's sandwich is a baguette filled with meat (usually beef) or seafood (usually fried oysters or shrimp), lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayonnaise.

Tuna and Cheese Sandwich

After World War II, the tuna sandwich appeared in the United States. Its ingredients include whole wheat bread, canned tuna, cheese slices, eggs, etc.

Fried potato balls

This is a potato fried food similar to French fries, and it is said that the United States consumes more than 70 million pounds (about 31,757 tons) of fried potatoes each year.

It can be eaten as a side dish or as a base for stews and cooking. It is a classic American delicacy that appears frequently.

lobster roll

For many Americans today, lobster is a luxury, with fresh lobster costing more than $20 per pound. But in the 1600s and 1700s, lobster was considered a low-class sea creature, eaten only by the lower classes and prisoners, and even used as fertilizer.

It wasn't until the 1800s that lobster lovers became more and more popular, and the price of lobsters also rose. The lobster roll is a sandwich that combines lobster and bread. It is also one of the top ten classic sandwiches in the United States.

California Roll

California rolls look like a type of sushi. The ingredients include cucumbers, crab sticks, avocado and mayonnaise. They are wrapped in seaweed and are usually sprinkled with sesame seeds or crab roe.

The origin of the California roll has always been controversial. Some say it comes from Los Angeles, while others say it comes from Canada. In any case, the California roll has become popular in the United States since the 1980s.

cheeseburger

Hamburgers are one of the most popular staple foods in the United States. We all know KFC, McDonald's, Dicos, etc. All of them have hamburgers, and American hamburgers generally contain cheese, and American homemade hamburgers are no exception.

Qiuqi Burger/Ground Beef Burger

The main ingredient of the Qiuqi Burger is still ground beef, and other optional vegetables together with the "content" of the burger. There are several versions of the origin story of the Qiuqi Burger, and there is no final conclusion yet.

Baked Alaska

On March 30, 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia for 2 cents per acre, for a total of $7.2 million.

A chef in New York invented an igloo-shaped sponge cake with a fluffy puff pastry crust and several layers of ice cream on top, which looks like the snow-covered Alaskan Mountains.

Gumbo

Gumbo is a Louisiana favorite that can be made with seafood, chicken, sausage, and some vegetables and herbs. This steaming, Southern-style soup is worth a try.

Grits

A traditional Native American dish made from corn ground into cornmeal and then cooked into a thick, porridge-like consistency, grits are a quintessential Southern delicacy.

Ribs

There are many ways to cook ribs in the United States, and the names of rib-related dishes are derived from the names of the cities where the dishes were invented, such as Memphis ribs, St. Louis ribs, etc.

Alaskan wild salmon

Alaskan wild salmon grows in the waters below 400 meters in Alaska. It is rich in nutrients and low in fat, and is suitable for frying, deep-frying, steaming or boiling.

The most common way to prepare it is to spread butter or teriyaki sauce on salmon fillets and serve it with potatoes and sautéed broccoli.

Vegetable stew cubes

Americans like to cook this dish by slowly stewing a large piece of beef with vegetables and water. The dish first appeared in the 19th century, but the stew method has been around for even longer.

Key lime pie

Key lime pie is a dessert made with pie crust, lime juice, sour cream, and condensed milk. How much do Americans love key lime pie? They even have a popular key lime pie eating contest.

Cobb Salad

The inventor of Cobb salad is Bob Cobb, the former owner of the Brown Derby restaurant in Hollywood. Because he was hungry late at night, he found some ingredients in the kitchen and made this Cobb salad, which contains chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, cheese, etc. It is very rich and really filling.

Mixed Rice

Like Cobb salad, jambalaya has a similar story. A New Orleans hotel welcomed new guests after dinner, so the chef threw together some leftover ingredients: chicken, sausage, seafood, rice, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and various seasonings. Jambalaya was born.

Gravy Waffles

Gravy pancakes are a combination of gravy and pancakes. This is a food that Americans love but many foreigners complain about. But once you accept this setting, you can definitely give it a try.

onion rings

With recipes dating back to 1802, onion rings are an alternative to French fries. If you enjoy fried food and can handle the taste of onions, this snack is sure to please.

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza

It is said that Chicago deep dish pizza was one of the favorite staples of the financially strapped people in the United States during World War II.

Pizza is mainly made of wheat flour, corn oil, salt and yeast, and of course, a variety of ingredients, usually tomatoes, ham, shrimp, carrots, onions, green peppers, mozzarella cheese and so on.

Banana Boat

Bananas, ice cream, and fruit are an irresistible combination for those who love sweets. However, the inventor of the banana split is a controversial issue. Some say it was from Pennsylvania, while others say it was from Ohio. But no matter where it was, the ice cream recipe is always the same.

beef jerky

If you really want to trace the history of beef jerky in the United States, you have to go back thousands of years to the Indians and an ancient Inca tribe. Later, when Europeans immigrated to North America in large numbers, beef jerky became popular because traders and explorers thought it was a good way to get protein.

Meatloaf

Meatloaf dates back to fifth-century Europe and made its way to the United States with the invention of the meat grinder during the Industrial Revolution. It became a favorite on American dinner tables during the Great Depression.

Maryland Crab Cakes

In the late 19th century, crab cakes were only enjoyed by people along the coast, but today, crab meat is shipped throughout the U.S. Maryland crab cakes are primarily made with crab meat, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, and seasonings.

Fried Chicken Waffles

This snack dates back to the 1930s. Crispy fried chicken paired with fluffy waffles and a touch of maple syrup creates a wonderful blend of salty and sweet flavors. It's no wonder it's loved by so many Americans.

Thanksgiving turkey

Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in the United States in 1863, and for Americans, Thanksgiving is incomplete without turkey.

Deviled Eggs

While the origins of deviled eggs are unknown, they are a popular appetizer served throughout the United States and Europe, often at gatherings.

S'mores

S'mores first appeared in 1927. Here we must first mention the American roasted marshmallows, which are roasted into a melted and sticky state, and then sandwiched with chocolate in whole wheat bread. This is S'mores.

New England Clam Chowder

Like lobster bisque, it's a thicker soup with clams as the main ingredient and lots of cream. If you like bisque, don't miss this one.

potato salad

While potato salad's origins date back to the 16th century, when Spanish explorers brought potatoes to Europe, the American version is a German adaptation of the recipe.

Now, potato salad has become the preferred side dish for Americans at picnics, family gatherings, graduation parties, parties and other leisure and entertainment occasions.

coleslaw

Like potato salad, coleslaw isn't an American invention, but rather a Dutch one. Its name, Coleslaw, comes from the Dutch word "koolsla," which means cabbage salad. Coleslaw is commonly served with sandwiches and burgers and is a staple at summer cookouts.

corn on the cob

Corn on the cob is a common food at fairs and festivals in the United States. Americans love this juicy and crispy sweet corn on the cob.

cheese curds

When it comes to cheese curds, Wisconsin is a prime location. Mass cheese production began in Wisconsin in 1840, and by the 1920s, there were 2,800 cheese factories in the state, making it a major producer of cheese curds. Curds are best eaten fresh, as they still crackle when you bite into them. Deep-frying them is even more distinctive.

Peach Pie

Peach pie was invented by immigrants to the United States. It's a homemade dessert, so different families have different recipes. Since its popularity in the late 19th century, peach pie remains an American favorite.

Red Velvet Cake

Red velvet cake originated from Victorian-era velvet cakes, which later spread to the United States. In the 1940s, velvet cakes with red pigment were born, which is what we know as red velvet cake.

roasted beans

American baked beans originated from Native Americans, who first cooked beans in fat and maple syrup. Today, they are commonly eaten with hot dogs.

Fried potatoes

Potatoes are cubed, fried, and seasoned for a classic American breakfast.

Bacon, Eggs, and Pancakes Breakfast

Bacon and eggs became a classic American breakfast combination in the 1920s, and pancakes were later added to the mix, a breakfast combination that continues to this day.

The above are 50 classic American foods. Is there any one you like?