Would you believe that around 35 million packs of Tim Tams are sold every year? This Australian chocolate biscuit is a true classic. The tasty treat is made up of two layers of chocolate-malted biscuit. The biscuits are also separated by a light chocolate filling. Finally, it is coated in melted chocolate. That’s 3 layers of choco goodness! Tim Tams are Australian treasures that have become a worldwide phenomenon. They can be bought in supermarkets all over the world.
Meat pies
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Flaky on the outside and rich on the inside, an Aussie meat pie is a popular snack you shouldn’t miss out on. Containing minced meat, gravy, mushrooms, onions and cheese, this food-on-the-go is very Australian indeed. Also referred to as “dog’s eye,” you can find meat pies in every house party, all supermarkets and bakeries. There are different variations, and some savoury pies are sold in specialty pie shops. We recommend the ones with mashed potatoes.
Chicken Parmigiana
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Well, of course, parmigiana is Italian. But there is nothing like some chicken parm eaten at a local Aussie pub. You can enjoy this classic chicken schnitzel topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese everywhere in the Oz. There are joints that serve their chicken parma with ham or prosciutto. Don’t miss out on on “parma night” at the pub near you!
Witchetty grub
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With roots dating back to thousands of years, eating witchetty grubs are part of Australia’s aboriginal culture. Their nutritional benefits surely surmount their gooey texture. Once you’ve gotten over its strange appearance and texture, you’ll enjoy its nutty, chicken-like flavor. Fun fact: these grubs contain as much protein as an entire piece of steak! Witchetty grubs can be eaten raw, but feel free to heat it up on a pan and add some crunch and flavour to it, too.
We hope you enjoyed our list of the most popular Australian food. Come visit the Oz soon and taste these treats for yourself!
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