FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. – When the State Fair opens August 25, 38 new entries will be offered at food booths. Among them:
Dej Qab Zib. A coconut lychee colada of blended coconut milk, lychee syrup, lime and mint. Served over ice. Vegan. At Union Hmong Kitchen booth. Images: Minnesota State Fair
Nordic Waffles. Belly Full Waffle is filled with sous vide seasoned pork belly with coleslaw and jalapeño jam. The Vanilla Dream waffles is coated with cinnamon and sugar and filled with Norwegian vanilla custard cream. At Nordic Waffles booth.
French Meadow. Earth Sliders a marinated, battered and crispy fried look-alike chicken patty topped with slightly spicy secret sauce, shredded lettuce and house-made cucumber pickles that have been marinated in turmeric, garlic and sweet onion. Served on a grilled bun. Vegan. Meat Balls Marinara are Italian herb-seasoned non-meat balls browned and sauteed in house-made garlic and oregano red marinara sauce, topped with plant-based Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Served with grilled sourdough bread. At French Meadow Bakery and Cafe booth.