Top 10 Popular Foods from Around the World

 

There used to be a time when the foods that we eat were not available anywhere else. And so travelling became a hassle because you were used to eating only one kind of food and didn't appreciate the local cuisine.

But the world has changed drastically since then and now we have been exposed to not only the cultures of different countries but their food as well.
Over time, food has been adapted and upgraded to suit the tastes of the local population, leading many to believe that these foods are cooked in this way only.

Here are the Top 10 Foods from other countries that are popular all over the world.

1) Hummus

This popular dip may be of Arab origin but is popular all over the world as it is considered healthy because of its protein content.
Hummus is eaten popularly with pita bread but also used as a dip for vegetable sticks and in sandwiches.

2) Tacos

This popular Mexican food is enjoyed by people all over the world. Mexican tacos are soft and used mostly as wraps.
The hard shell taco is the American version of the popular dish.

3) Noodles

Think about noodles, and we think of the cup noodles that just require hot water.
But that is, of course, not how authentic noodles are made in China.
Noodles are a popular food now because they are easy to prepare and a variety of ingredients can be used depending on how you prefer it.
For many who are struggling, Instant Noodles is affordable and their only source of nutrition.

4) Pizza

Who doesn’t love pizza?
This delicious food item may have originated in Italy but is popular world over and customized in thousands of different ways.
Every country has their version of pizza, with some even stuffing the crusts and using different kinds of cheeses.
People suffering from allergies or have an intolerance to certain foods have also created their own version of pizza.
Gluten-free pizza and vegan pizzas are now widely available by famous pizza chains.

5) Dosa

This South indian dish is a crepe made of lentils and rice and usually has a stuffing of potatoes.
There may have been several varities of the dosa, but it is popularly eaten in its original version globally.

6) Burger

The patty may have originated in Germany, hence the name hamburger. But it became a popular fast food item when German immigrants began to sell the burger but realized it was easier to slide the meat patty between slices of bread for convenience.
And thus the burger was born. It is available all over the world, with many countries customizing it.
Today, there are thousands of varieties of burgers available, although some believe that an authentic burger is one with a meat patty.

7) French Fries

This delicious snack is served with several cuisines all over the world. It is often eaten on its own as well. Fries are so well-loved that it has been difficult to determine where they actually originated from.
Belgium believes the fries have originated from their country.
Spain, who used to be the exporter of potatoes , claims to it.
France believes they invented French fries, too.
And then there is a story of American soldiers stationed in Belgium who invented the french fries. Since French is the primary language spoken there, the dish was called French Fries.

8) Sushi

Originated in Japan, sushi has become a well-known dish among all foodies.
Although it primarily contains raw fish, once it became a global sensation, there have been several versions of the sushi, including a vegetarian one.

9) Samosa or Sambusak

The popular fried and stuffed pastry was thought to be an Indian snack.
Turns out the Samosa has Middle East roots and was called the Sambusak.
The Sambusak contained meat stuffing, while the Samosa contains a spiced potato stuffing.
The snack is now available all over the world and served with various dips.

10) Pasta

Think pasta, and you would think it originated in Italy. Although pasta sheets or lasagna sheets have roots in Italy, the noodle-making technique was invented in China.

In fact, it is believed that Marco Polo brought pasta to Italy from China.

Regardless of its history, pasta has become a staple for many in different countries.

It is no longer only served with tomato sauce but also pesto, as a salad, and used in soups.

Pasta is definitely one of those foods many take pride in making by cooking it in different sauces.