Texans’ Favorite Foods You Can’t Stop Eating

Warning: Reading this story may induce cravings, extreme hunger, and possibly even drooling. Welcome to Texas — we’ve got some of the best food in the nation, with some of the most mouth-watering dishes you’d ever want to sink your teeth into. And when you’re living in Texas, it’s impossible not to eat at least one of these foods every day. Here are 10 favorite foods that every Texan lives by.

Chili

You can’t go wrong with chili. Whether it’s in a bowl, over tamales, or in chili dogs, Texans can’t get enough of this hearty staple at any time of the year.

Fajitas

Many people think fajitas are exclusive to Mexican food restaurants, but they’re also beloved by Texans and found on countless menus across the state.

Tacos

Texans are passionate about their tacos, and there are endless combinations of meats, toppings, and sauces to choose from. Whether you’re a fan of traditional beef tacos or crave something more exotic like Lengua (tongue), there’s a taco for everyone in Texas.

BBQ

Texans know how to do BBQ right from brisket to ribs to sausage. There’s nothing like a juicy rack of slow-cooked ribs smothered in sauce to hit the spot.

Tex-Mex food

Tex-Mex food is a unique blend of Mexican and American cuisine, and it’s beloved by Texans all across the state. Fajitas, enchiladas, chalupas – we could go on forever about Tex-Mex. Texans will put anything on their tacos, including queso.

Mexican food in general

Texans love their Mexican food, whether it’s authentic or Tex-Mex. You can’t go wrong with a big plate of enchiladas or a tostada. Texans love their Mexican food so much that there are currently nearly 1,500 Tex-Mex/Mexican restaurants in the state of Texas. Additionally, dozens of “Mexican” restaurants incorporate a Tex-Mex style menu into their regular fare.

Anything and everything with avocados

This is probably the least surprising entry on this list, considering how many wonderful ways Texans have come up with to eat avocados. The Lone Star State produces 97% of the country’s avocados. That means Texans eat an avocado or two each week. Avocado toast? We’ve got that too.

Chips and salsa

In Texas, you can’t go wrong with chips and salsa as a snack or appetizer before your meal. In fact, some restaurants charge for chips and salsa if you don’t order an entree!

Breakfast tacos

These popular handheld treats are served in many Mexican food restaurants and non-Mexican places alike across the great state of Texas.

Tex-Cajun cuisine

Texans love their spices, so it’s no surprise that they’ve combined two of their favorite cuisines to create Tex-Cajun food. If you love these foods as much as Texans do, don’t fret.

Summary

Texans are passionate about their food. In fact, they love it so much that there is a Tex-Mex or Mexican restaurant on nearly every street corner in the state of Texas! If you’re craving any of these 10 favorite foods, don’t worry — we have plenty to offer and will never turn down an invitation for lunch!