New State Fair Foods For 2018

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Mangonada Shave IceMango-flavored shave ice drizzled with Mexican chamoy sauce, dusted with tajin chili powder, topped with popping mango boba pearls and served with a tamarind candy straw. (At Minnesnowii Shave Ice, located at West End Market, south section)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Messy GiuseppeA blend of seasoned ground beef and Italian pork sausage smothered in marinara, sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served on crusty Italian bread. (At Mancini’s al Fresco, located on the north side of Carnes Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Moroccan Sausage BowlCoarse ground beef and lamb sausage seasoned with herbs, sweet spices and a hint of red pepper, cooked with carrots, turnips and chick peas, and topped with sautéed onions and a green olive. (At Sausage by Cynthia, located on the north side of Judson Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Nordic WafflesFresh-made waffle wraps in seven varieties: All-Day Breakfast (egg, bacon & cheddar); Berries & Cream (raspberry & strawberry mixture with vanilla cream); Cinna-Sugar Butter (cinnamon, sugar & butter); Slammin’ Salmon On-AStick (Norwegian smoked salmon with cream cheese & green onions); S’More (marshmallow crème, crumbled graham crackers & Nutella); Turkey Chipotle Club (turkey, bacon & mixed greens with Sriracha mayo sauce); and Vegetarian Viking (black bean veggie burger, cheddar cheese, mixed greens & chipotle sauce). Also serving lemonade with blueberry or lingonberry saft. (At Nordic Waffles, located at West End Market, southwest section)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Pepperoni Chips with Roasted Red Pepper QuesoThinly sliced fried pepperoni chips served with a warm roasted red pepper cheese sauce. (At LuLu’s Public House, located at West End Market, south of Schilling Amphitheater)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Rainbow Cloud RollThree scoops of ice cream sprinkled with fruity cereal and wrapped in a pillow of cotton candy. Hand-rolled on-site. Ice cream choices include Superman, vanilla, strawberry and chocolate. (At Rainbow Ice Cream, located in the Grandstand, upper level, east section near the elevator)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Shrimp CevicheFresh shrimp, cucumbers, jalapeños, onions, tomatoes and cilantro tossed with a citrus lime juice and served cold with tortilla chips. (At Shrimp Shack, located on the southwest corner of Carnes Ave. & Underwood St.)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Slider FlightsFlights of three slider sandwiches, each with a variety of toppings, available in three varieties: • Brisket Flight: One slider topped with coleslaw, one with pickles and onions, and one with crispy fried onions • Burger Flight: One slider topped with thick-cut candied bacon and cheddar cheese, one with smoked gouda, and one with BBQ sauce, pepper jack cheese and crispy fried onions • Pulled Pork Flight: One slider topped with coleslaw, one with pickles and onions, and one with crispy fried onions. (At The Hangar, located on the northeast corner of Murphy Ave. & Underwood St.(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Swedish Meatball SmörgåsMeatball sandwich with three traditional Swedish pork and beef meatballs topped with white gravy, lingonberry sauce and dill pickles. (At The Blue Barn, located at West End Market, south of the History & Heritage Center)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Sweetie CakesChoice of black forest cake, birthday cake or chocolate peanut butter cake, baked in a cup packed with Sassy Pecan toffee bits and served warm, topped with real whipping cream and more toffee bits. (At Sweetie Cakes, located in the Food Building, south wall((credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Triple Chocolate Strawberry ShortcakeDense chocolate cake with chocolate chips and fudge icing smothered with strawberries and whipped cream. (At The Strawberry Patch, located on the west side of Liggett St. between Carnes & Judson avenues)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

UpNorth Puff PastyPorketta sausage, cheese curds, coarse grain mustard and chopped dill pickle baked in a puffy crust sprinkled with pepper and sea salt. (At Sausage Sister & Me, located in the Food Building, east wall)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Za-Waffle SticksWaffles blended with pepperoni and mozzarella, topped with a parmesan herb blend and served with pepperoni-infused maple syrup or marinara sauce. (At Green Mill, located on the east side of Cooper St. between Randall & Wright avenues, at Family Fair at Baldwin Park)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Ahi Tuna Poke BowlAhi tuna, avocado, mango and pico de gallo tossed in a Hawaiian ginger-soy sauce served cold over rice with a fried wonton. (At Café Caribe, located on the south side of Carnes Ave. between Chambers & Nelson streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Bananas Foster French ToastCinnamon swirl French toast topped with slices of fresh bananas in an orange-rum-flavored caramel sauce and finished with a dollop of whipped cream. (At Hamline Church Dining Hall, located on the north side of Dan Patch Ave. between Underwood & Cooper streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

BBQ SplitScoops of BBQ pulled pork, mac & cheese and coleslaw served side-by-side with a pickle spear. (At Midtown Global Market’s Mama D’s, located in the Taste of Midtown Global Market booth at the International Bazaar, east wall)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Blueberry Rhubarb CobblerA blend of organic blueberries and rhubarb topped with a cornmeal biscuit and whipped cream. (At Farmers Union Coffee Shop, located on the north side of Dan Patch Ave. between Cooper & Cosgrove streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Earth WingsFresh cauliflower pieces dipped in a seasoned batter, deep-fried and smothered in organic sesame BBQ sauce. Vegan and gluten-free. (At French Meadow Bakery & Cafe, located on the north side of Carnes Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Firecracker Shrimp Stuffed AvocadoGulf white shrimp tossed with lime, onion, black beans, tomato and fire-roasted corn in a garlic aioli, drizzled with cilantro-infused olive oil, stuffed in avocado halves and served open-face with flatbread. (At The Hideaway Speakeasy, located in the Veranda, Grandstand upper level, northwest section)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

General Tso Chicken TacoBattered and deep-fried chicken tossed in a sauce of ginger, garlic, soy sauce and Asian spices, with seasoned cream cheese and topped with wonton crisps and green onion, served on a flour tortilla. (At Midtown Global Market’s Taco Cat, located in the Taste of the Midtown Global Market booth at the International Bazaar, east wall)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Honey Cream Soda FloatHoney cream soda (made without sugar) poured over Minnesota Grown honey ice cream. (At Minnesota Honey Producers Association, located in the Agriculture Horticulture Building, north side)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Irish Tater KegsJumbo deep-fried tater tots made with a blend of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, sour cream and potatoes drizzled with house-made Thousand Island dressing and nestled on a bed of sauerkraut. (At O’Gara’s at the Fair, located on the southwest corner of Dan Patch Ave. & Cosgrove St.)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Smoked Soft Serve Ice CreamCold-smoked cream available in two flavors, all made on-site: • Cold Brew Coffee infused with cold-smoked Arabica beans and topped with chocolate espresso dust, a toasted marshmallow and a chocolate cookie on the side • Muscovado Sugar Vanilla combines vanilla bean and cold-smoked molasses-rich cane sugar served with a toasted marshmallow and bacon candy round on the side Optional sauces available: bourbon-soaked cherries or hot chocolate. (At Blue Moon Dine-In Theater, located on the northeast corner of Carnes Ave. & Chambers St.)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Sweet Greek Cheese PuffsFlaky phyllo dough filled with feta and ricotta cheese, deep-fried, drizzled with honey and topped with powdered sugar (At Dino’s Gyros, located on the north side of Carnes Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Wood-Grilled EloteCorn on-the-cob grilled over an oak wood fire, brushed with chile-spiced mayo and sprinkled with queso Cotija & fresh lime juice. (At Tejas Express, located in The Garden, north wall)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Zesty PB&J SausagePeanut butter, cherry jelly and a hint of cayenne pepper and cilantro blended into a quarter-pound sausage. (At Gass Station Grill, located on the west side of Cooper St. between Dan Patch & Judson avenues, outside southeast corner of the Food Building)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)

Turducken Sausage SandwichA blend of turkey, duck and chicken served on a fennel bun and accompanied by a side of Giggles’ sweet and saucy relish. Gluten-free; no nitrates added. (At Giggles’ Campfire Grill, located on the southeast corner of Lee Ave. & Cooper St. at The North Woods)(credit: Minnesota State Fair)