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An Oreo cookie coated in a batter, typically made from pancake mix, and then deep-fried until golden brown.
A classic California Gold Rush–era dish made with eggs, bacon, and oysters, usually cooked together into a hearty scramble or omelet.
A hearty scramble of ground beef, spinach, and eggs, usually seasoned simply with garlic, onions, and sometimes a touch of nutmeg or Parmesan.
A popular Korean BBQ dish featuring beef short ribs cut thinly across the bones (flanken-cut), usually marinated in a sweet and savory soy sauce mixture with assorted fruits like pear, onion, and garlic.
A fried ham and cheese sandwich, often with turkey, that is dipped in an egg batter before being cooked, similar to French toast.
A classic American sandwich that’s essentially a burger between slices of toasted bread, usually grilled rye, with melted cheese and sautéed onions.
A popular American, creamy, and savory condiment made from a base of buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream, blended with herbs like dill, parsley, and chives, along with garlic and onion.
A type of bread made using a natural fermentation process instead of commercial yeast.
A creamy baked pasta dish typically made with spaghetti, poultry or seafood, mushrooms, and a rich cream or cheese sauce, all baked together until bubbly and lightly golden.
A soft, fluffy sandwich roll topped with a crackly, mottled crust made from a rice-flour paste.
A 10-inch hot dog served on a steamed bun, famous for being a staple food at Los Angeles Dodgers baseball games.
A hearty, tomato-based Italian American seafood stew that originated in San Francisco in the late 1800s.
A popular Chinese street-food snack made by wrapping sliced braised beef inside a warm, flaky scallion pancake, then adding hoisin sauce, cucumbers, and fresh herbs.
A creamy, thick chowder similar to New England style, but with key differences: it's often served in a sourdough bread bowl and may incorporate unique regional ingredients.
A popular San Diego–style burrito known for one signature twist: it’s stuffed with French fries.
A loaded Mexican-American comfort food that originated in Southern California. They’re essentially French fries topped with seasoned grilled steak and other classic toppings, making them a hearty, indulgent dish.
A California tradition centered on slow-roasting and grilling large cuts of beef, typically a top sirloin or tri-tip, over an open red oak fire.
A classic American sandwich made with thinly sliced roast beef served on a French roll or baguette, usually toasted or warmed, and traditionally served with a side of au jus (light beef broth) for dipping.