Apple pie, pizza, hotdog, ice cream, steak, french fries and hamburgers - these are all famous American food. However, the truth about these food is that they originated from other countries. Pizza for one came from Italy while french fries is believed to have originated from Belgium. These popular food has became part of American culture through the process of immigration and colonization.
Since the United States is regarded as a melting pot of different cultures, with so many people coming in and living in the US, it is no wonder why so many food from other countries have found its way in this country. With this, the Native American food have been somewhat neglected and remained in the closet.
Native American food is indigenous Americans' food. The basic part of American native food is consists of American bison nuts, vegetables, beans, squash, and corn. Indigenous Americans grew these crops in their farms and they too hunt for animals. On the other hand, the Native American food for children usually includes roasted corn and different types of berries and nuts. In addition, salt is widely used when preparing Native American food.
Succotash is one of the famous native American foods. This is a traditional stew dish that is made from bean and corn. It is a very nutritious dish that was part of daily diet of Native Americans. Aside from bean and corn, other ingredients of Succotash include butternut squash, salt, and butter.
Another Native American food is Iroquois strawberry drink, a type of drink made from ripe strawberries, water, and maple or brown sugar. The drink is served chilled and garnished with small strawberry pieces and mint leaves.
