New Foods Coming To The Minnesota State Fair

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Banh Minn Bun and Banh Minn BowlAsian-inspired sausage in a crusty French baguette with Sister’s Sriracha sauce, shredded and pickled carrot, radish, chopped jalapeño and a sprig of fresh cilantro. The bunless bowl starts with a five-grain blend and is topped with shredded and pickled carrot, radish, Asian slaw, chopped jalapeño, sausage slices, cilantro and a drizzle of Sister’s Sriracha sauce. At Sausage Sister & Me, located in the Food Building, east wall.(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Bison BitesA North Woods spin on ravioli with ground bison, braised fennel, portobello mushrooms and fresh basil wrapped in classic egg dough, deep-fried and served with a sweet bourbon sauce with a little kick. At Giggles’ Campfire Grill, located on the southeast corner of Lee Avenue & Cooper Street at The North Woods(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Blue Raspberry Blitzedraditional hand pie filled with a raspberry, blueberry and apple blend infused with UV Blue Vodka and topped with cotton candy sugar. At Sara’s Tipsy Pies, located in the Food Building, south wall(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Buffalo Chicken DoughscuitFluffy biscuit-style doughnuts stuffed with shredded chicken, glazed with a sweet & spicy buffalo icing, and topped with crispy bacon bits. At The Blue Barn, located at West End Market, south of the History & Heritage Center(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Caramelized Banana PuddingLayers of homemade vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, toasted ‘nilla wafers, caramelized cocoa crispy cereal, caramel sauce and fresh whipped cream. At Blue Moon Dine-In Theater, located on the northeast corner of Carnes Avenue & Chambers Street(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

ChoriPopChorizo by The Herbivorous Butcher (NEW VENDOR) dipped in a classic corndog batter, deep-fried on-a-stick with choice of avocado salsa or mole sauce drizzled on top or on the side. Served with Mexican BBQ chips. (Vegan) At Midtown Global Market’s Andy’s Garage*, located in the Taste of the Midtown Global Market booth at the International Bazaar, east wall(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Cracklin Prime Nachos Deep-fried chicharrón covered in prime rib slices, nacho cheese, pico de gallo and green onion slices. At Coasters, located on the southeast corner of Carnes Avenue & Liggett Street(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Cucumber Jalapeño LimeadeLimeade made with juiced Minnesota-grown cucumbers and jalapeño syrup, served with a cucumber slice. At Farmers Union Coffee Shop, located on the north side of Dan Patch Avenue between Cooper & Cosgrove streets(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Dual Berry Shortcake(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Esquites(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Fudge & Fruit!:Fresh strawberries and fudge brownies dipped in wine-infused dark chocolate, drizzled with wineinfused white chocolate and served on-a-stick. At Minnesota Wine Country, located on the west side of Underwood Street between Carnes & Judson avenues(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Greek Stuffed RavioliMediterranean pastry dough stuffed with cream cheese, tzatziki sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoncini, tomato, gyro meat and Dino’s Greek seasoning, deep-fried and drizzled with roasted garlic butter. At Dino’s Gyros, located on the north side of Carnes Avenue between Nelson & Underwood streets(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Island Hopper Hollowed-out half-pineapple filled with charbroiled chicken glazed with teriyaki sauce and served with steamy white rice and pineapple chunks, topped with green onions and sesame seeds. At The Hangar, located at the North End, southwest section(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Jumbo Donut SundaeA jumbo frosted yeast-raised donut available in a variety of flavors, topped with vanilla softserve ice cream, hot fudge and blend of sprinkles. At Fluffy’s Hand Cut Donuts (NEW VENDOR), located between West Dan Patch & Carnes avenues and Liggett & Chambers streets(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Kerala Fried Chicken Kati RollMarinated, battered and fried chicken tenders wrapped in paratha with chutneys and slaw. At Hot Indian, located in the Food Building, east wall(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

La FlorettaOven-roasted cauliflower florets seasoned with Iron Range herbs and spices and served with Calabrian sweet chili sauce. (Gluten-free, vegan) At Mancini’s al Fresco, located on the north side of Carnes Avenue between Nelson & Underwood streets(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

The Naughty Biscuit(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Nordic Waffles – Chicken & Macaroni Nordic Waffle and I-Scream Waffle Sandwich Two new fresh-made waffle wraps: A Southern-fried spicy chicken drummy and cheesy macaroni, finished with a drizzle of honey on a warm Nordic waffle; and a classic ice cream cookie sandwich, crunchy kettle corn and chocolate drizzle dusted with sprinkles all wrapped in a Nordic waffle. At Nordic Waffles, located at West End Market, south section(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Paneer Pakora(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Pizza LucySausage patty topped with pizza sauce, pepperoni and mozzarella cheese, stuffed in homemade Green Mill pizza dough, and topped with Italian seasonings, cheese and crumbled pepperoni. At Green Mill, located on the east side of Cooper Street between Randall & Wright avenues, at Family Fair at Baldwin Park(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Sashimi Tuna TacosCrisp wonton shells filled with ahi tuna, avocado and sesame soy. Thai slaw with peanutdressing, pickled ginger and wasabi served on the side. At Scenic 61 by New Scenic Café (NEW VENDOR), located on the east side of Underwood Street between Lee & Randall avenues, just south of Little Farm Hands(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Sidecar SandwichThick-cut cognac-infused bacon smothered with Cointreau (pronounced khan-troe) and citrus marmalade, layered with melted havarti, smoked Gouda and aged cheddar, served on toasted sourdough bread and garnished with fresh orange slices. At The Hideaway Speakeasy, located in the Veranda, Grandstand upper level, northwest section(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

S’Mores Funnel CakeGraham cracker funnel cake topped with marshmallow, milk chocolate chunks and more graham cracker bits. At Funnel Cakes, located in the Food Building, east wall(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Spufull PuffMashed sweet potatoes blended with sweetened cream cheese then wrapped in dough and fried. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar and served with maple dipping sauce on the side. At Potato Man & Sweety, located on the west side of Liggett Street between Carnes & Judson avenues, outside the Horse Barn(credit: Minnesota State Fair)