This list of popular southern dishes will fulfill all your comfort food needs.With recipes like BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, banana pudding, and fried green tomatoes, you’ll find something everyone in your family will love.
These recipes are straight from the people who know how to do southern cooking right. There are a few different variations per dish category so you can choose the one that works best for you. They are all delicious and worth trying at least once!
Pulled PorkBBQ pulled pork is a southern staple that is mastered early for Alabamians. It can be piled high on sweet buns, drenched in white sauce, or paired with greens and corn on the cob.
Banana PuddingBanana pudding is on every dessert menu in Alabama. It needs its own special category for its wonderful thick and creamy texture and classic banana flavor. Don’t forget to add the Nilla Wafers on top!
Fried PicklesSliced dill pickles coated in crunchy breading, fried, and served with a spicy aioli is a must-try dish that will make anyone a believer in southern soul food. That first bite of slightly salty, crunchy, hot pickles is bliss for foodies everywhere.
Shrimp and gritsShrimp coated in cajun seasonings, grilled, and laid over a bed of cheesy, creamy grits is something everyone needs to make at least once. These recipes will make sure you get it right the first time!
Pecan PieYou’ll find pecan pie in all kinds of variations in Alabama. With those crunchy pecans and caramel-y goodness, this is one indulgence you need to give in to. Top it with homemade whipped cream.
Chicken with white sauceWhite sauce is an Alabamian condiment that is drizzled on barbeque chicken and pork. It’s made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, and spices and can be substituted for a tomato-based BBQ sauce.