12 Florida Recipes Everyone Should Definitely Know (2024)
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Mmmm….nothing beats living in Florida and knowing all the best Florida recipes. Every state has its own set of unique foods, many of which can be recreated at home. From Cuban sandwiches to Key Lime Pie, Florida has some fantastic recipes. We’ve collected some of the best traditional Florida recipes and a few you’ve probably never heard of, all for your culinary enjoyment.
Get ready for the very best Florida food recipes all in one list.
Do you have any other favorite Florida recipes that you think we missed? Have you tried any of these traditional Florida recipes above? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section!
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What is the official state food of Florida? According to PBS, Key Lime pie is the official state food. It describes this slice of pie as a "citrusy, tart treat" that's "made from eggs and fresh lime juice."
One of the most famous examples is the Cuban sandwich (also known as the "Cubano"), a Floridian lunchtime staple that gives a distinctly Cuban twist to the standard American ham & cheese by adding juicy roast pork marinated in mojo (a citrus-garlic mixture) and piling the sandwich ingredients on pillowy-on-the-inside, ...
— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1006, designating the Strawberry Shortcake with natural Florida dairy topping as the official state dessert. The official designation is a tribute to Florida strawberry farmers who produce 75 percent of the winter strawberry crop in the United States.
There's more to Florida than sea and citrus. With 1,350 miles of coastline, multiple climate zones and a diverse population, the Sunshine State is a mecca for lovers of seafood, southern fare and island specialties. And yes, key lime pie and stone crabs (during season) are never hard to find.
I personally was surprised to find out that Florida's favorite fast food is Starbuck's. And it seems we aren't alone. According to the study, 23 other states also agreed that Starbuck's is number 1. I was thinking McDonald's or Chick-Fil-A would have won over the sunshine state.
Citrus is an integral part of Florida's identity, intertwined with its history, part of its landscape, and still leaving its intoxicating mark today. In the Sunshine State, the orange is the official state fruit, orange juice is the state beverage, and the orange blossom is the state flower.
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