What are the Most Popular Foods in the South?

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Full of carbs, cream, and butter—Southern food may not be the healthiest option, but it sure is one of the tastiest! Southern food is known as one of the most comforting styles of U.S. cuisine, and whether you grew up eating it or have tasted it during your travels, these are the foods most associated with the south.

Pecan Pie

While many of us only eat pecan pie on Thanksgiving, the rich sweet and nutty pie is a Southern staple, which makes total sense as San Saba, Texas is “The Pecan Capital of The World.”

Jambalaya

A signature dish in Louisiana, Jambalaya originates from the Cajuns and contains seafood like crab or shrimp, smoked sausage and smoked ham, veggies, and spices.

Gumbo

A New Orleans classic, gumbo is a soup that is based on seafood and okra with tomatoes or turkey and chicken with ham, poached oysters, and sausage.

Fried Chicken

No Southern barbecue is complete without a plate of juicy, crispy, and moist fried chicken. Fried chicken is often served with potato salad, mashed potatoes, gravy, or buttered biscuits.

Pulled Pork

Pulled pork is an American barbecue technique that cooks pork slowly over medium heat and results in tender meat that can be pulled into small pieces. It’s eaten on its own or in a sandwich with baked beans and fries as sides.