The Gastronomy Of The United States, A Great Unknown

When talking about American cuisine, many think of fast and processed food. Basically hamburgers and hot dogs. And also, we think about it in the format we know from franchise chains. But the reality is very different.

The cuisine of the  United States is a mix of exquisite flavors, multicultural traditions and infinite culinary creativity. Nothing to do with that preconceived image that one has of her.

Every seasoned traveler knows that all countries consider the best gastronomy in the world to be their own. And the truth is that no one is without reason. The typical cuisine of each country is not only a reflection of its world, it is also a cultural heritage that says a lot about each place.

We are going to take a trip through the American dishes that we like the most. We assure you that it is worth it. Your vision of the gastronomy of that country will surely change.

The great variety of the gastronomy of the United States

Defining the gastronomy of the United States is difficult, and  choosing the most representative dishes is very complicated.  It is impossible to mention all the gastronomic gems of this great country. We are simply going to try to give you the clues of the most significant ones. Do not stop trying any of them.

One of the characteristics of American cuisine is the quality of its products. The immense farms and farmlands, its wonderful coastlines and its fishing industry, as well as the confluence of different cultures make up one of the most delicious culinary offerings one can have access to.

The meats

They say that anyone who has not tasted American beef does not know the true flavor of the meat. The truth is that the gastronomic offer in terms of meat is wonderful. The quality of their meats is excellent and the different ways of cooking make them even more special.

Mention should be made of the humble but exquisite Meat Loaf, a baked mince pie with barbecue sauce (for which there are many different recipes). Also the Baked Country Ham , the famous baked smoked ham that is the perfect centerpiece for any family celebration.

All this, without forgetting the wonderful experience of Texas-style barbecues. The cut of the meat and its slow roasting on the grill, together with the exact dressings, make this way of cooking a ritual with spectacular results.

The birds

If meats are a reference in the kitchen of the United States, poultry offer us an incredible variety of dishes and recipes worthy of the most demanding palates.

One of the favorites is the Chicken Pot Pie . It is a chicken and vegetable stew flavored with a wonderful sauce. And all together it is put in a nice pan of golden puff pastry in the oven. It is a very elaborate dish that will delight any passionate gourmet .

We will make special mention of the famous stuffed turkey, so typical of Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is another elaborate recipe that must be tried. We are sure that it will delight any good diner. Its special filling is later served as a side, along with cranberry sauce.

The fruits of the sea

One of the most unknown components for tourists are the dishes based on fish and shellfish. The quality of the seafood off the coast of the United States is excellent.  Not only that, but the different ways of preparing them are extraordinarily original.

You can’t visit Boston or New England without trying their excellent Clam Chowder . It is a clam chowder, which also has its lobster-based version. It is one of the most exquisite dishes that you can try.

Cajun-Creole cuisine also offers delicious dishes based on fish, seafood and rice, the combination of which is a poem for the senses. Mention must be made of the jambalaya. It can be found in several versions, also with meat, although a delicious one is shrimp.

On the West Coast, in San Francisco, we find another seafood-based delicacy: cioppino. A very old and elaborate recipe soup, in the style of the French bouillabaise , based on crab, wine and spices.

Sweets in America

We have already seen that the cuisine of the United States is exquisite. But  sweets and desserts deserve a place of honor in this review of flavors. Impossible to mention them all, the best thing is to arrive and explore.

You have to savor from the lemon cake, to the New York Cheese Cake, through the hot cinnamon cakes or the inimitable Apple Pie . A walk through the sweet shops in any city is a tribute to the senses. A whole fusion of flavors, and we hope you enjoy it very much. Enjoy!