New Orleans is known for it’s food. The Big Easy’s cuisine blends influences from Louisiana’s past and present with Native American, African, French, Irish, Spanish, Italian, Yugoslavian, Latin American, Caribbean, and Asian styles. While many cities have tried to replicate the dishes, nothing compares to the original ones found in NOLA. These are the dishes you have to try while in New Orleans.
Po’ Boy
This traditional New Orleans sandwich is served on baguette-style French bread. Po Boy has many variations including fried chicken breast, Louisiana sausage, roast beef, catfish, fried shrimp, oysters, and soft-shell crab, and it’s either topped with a Louisiana-style white salsa or a tasty gravy.
Gumbo
Originating in Louisiana during the 18th century, this strong-flavored stew consists of okra, celery, bell peppers, onions and a variety of meats or fish.
Jambalaya
This classic Creole dish is inspired by Spanish and French influences and consists of sausage and vegetables, mixed with stock rice. Served on a plate with meat or seafood, Creole Jambalaya includes tomatoes while Cajun Jambalaya doesn’t.
Beignets
Brought to Louisiana during the 17th century by the Acadians, these fried dough squares dusted with powdered sugar are Louisiana’s official doughnut.
Muffuletta
Muffuletta, a popular sandwich, is served on a muffuletta loaf covered with layers of marinated mortadella, salami, mozzarella, ham, provolone, and olive salad.
