Classic American Foods that Are Hard to Find Abroad - Page 25
Gourmandize.com uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience and to deliver advertising messages that are tailored to your interests. By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. To manage your cookies on this site, click here. OK
Menu Enter a recipe name, ingredient, keyword...

Classic American Foods that Are Hard to Find Abroad

By,
Gourmandize

© Getty Images

Gumbo

There are two main kinds of gumbo, meat and seafood, but the seafood one is the most well-known outside of Louisiana. The first gumbo recipe appeared in a cookbook in 1802, and the stew was invented—or at least elaborated on—by West African slaves. The name "gumbo" comes from their word for "okra," an integral part of many recipes. 


More steaming articles



Chef Tips and Tricks

SOLVED: How to chop fresh herbs like a top chef

Are you looking to take your chopping skills to the next level? In this video we show you how to chop fresh herbs like a total pro! You won't believe how easy it is (and how cool you'll look!).