Food is a reflection of the place’s past and traditions. The food popular in these places were developed because of certain conditions found in the area. In Indiana, there are certain foods that are very popular in the state that also has a historical background. Although there is no “state food”, there are certain recipes that should not be missed out in Indiana:

Breaded Pork Tenderloin

The state’s fondness to meat is from the fact that Indiana is a major meat producer. But the development of breaded pork tenderloin is believed to be from Huntington wherein a food peddler used to sell “Breaded Pork Sandwich”. The preparation process requires a wooden mallet used to tenderize the pork. Legend tells that the peddler’s brother accidentally made the process as he used his stomp to prepare the pork.

Sugar Cream Pie

A very popular type of pie in Indiana and was developed by the Amish community that lived in the state. This sweet concoction was created when apples are not in season. But the recipe started to spread and soon, locals were making this very sweet pie all year long. Inside the pie’s crust is a collection of all sweet: butter, maple and cream. A variation exists with brown sugar instead of maple.

Corn Dogs

This delicacy is not necessarily from Indiana and no one in the state claims they created this type of preparation. But the way corn dogs are made in this state should not be missed by any tourist as locals have learned to perfect the way they are prepared. Inside every corn dog is the combination of ketchup and mustard which gives unique taste as it works perfectly with hotdog deep fried from corn oil. Some squeeze the ketchup and corn in the middle of the hotdog while others generously pour various condiments to add more flavor.