These Famous Arizona Foods are influenced by the southwestern culture native to the area. They include tamales, Navajo tacos, prickly pear margaritas, chimichangas, and so many more!

Whether these dishes are familiar to you or you've never heard of them, its worth giving them a try!

Cheese Crisps

Cheese crisps are tortillas covered with cheese, vegetables, and sometimes meats. They are similar to open-faced quesadillas.

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These burritos are stuffed with cheese, chicken or beef, beans, and sauce and then fried.

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Chimichangas

Posole is a thick soup made with chickpeas. This soup is generally smoky, spicy, and oh-so-satisfying.

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Posole

Tamales are made by spreading masa mixed with lard over a corn husk and then filled with chorizo, shredded beef, or shredded chicken.

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Tamales

Simple, delicious sun tea is very easy to make with delicious results.

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Sun Tea

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