FOOD NEWS
Every US State's Most Iconic Snack
BY Emily Hunt
Alabama
Fried green tomatoes are an Alabama specialty. They're the state’s most iconic snack, thanks in part to Fannie Flagg's novel "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café."
Alaska
Salmon plays a crucial role in Alaska's identity, and the state has plenty of ways to consume the fish, which include making its most iconic snack, i.e. smoked salmon jerky.
Arizona
Prickly pear cactus candy, the iconic Arizona snack, is only made in Arizona. Made from tart, sweet prickly pear cactus, it has notes of lemon, watermelon, and bubble gum.
Arkansas
A 1960s invention by Arkansas resident Burnell Austin, fried pickles are an Arkansas specialty. It now has many variations, but Austin only fried dill pickles cut longways.
California
Guacamole is undoubtedly California’s most iconic snack. Given that the state is known for its avocado production, it only fits that Californians make the tastiest guac.