I can’t tell you how many times my friends and I have stood in the kitchen, trying to decide on something to make for dinner and get nowhere because no one can agree on one thing. Well, that’s where hybrid foods come in for the win. Hybrid foods combine two or more dishes which makes everything easier because there’s bound to be something in there that everyone will like. Check out these life-saving savory combinations.
1. Pizza Pasta
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Pasta with herbs, pepperoni, and cheesy goodness… what more could you possibly need? Added bonus – it only takes 20 minutes to make. Recipe here.
2. Guacamole Fries
Photo by Max Bartick
Yes I know, it’s literally your hybrid dream come true. Who wouldn’t want guac fries to dip in some fresh salsa? Make this amazing key lime salsa to go along with your new fav food. Try them now.
3. Totchos
Photo by Emma Lally
No need for tortilla chips, they have officially been replaced by tater tots. It’s like a loaded baked potato… but in tot form with meat and avocado. Yum. You know you want to.
4. Doritos-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks
Photo by Audrey Mirabito
Cheese on cheese on cheese. Warm oozy gooey cheese wrapped in a crunchy blanket of even more cheese, seriously, why hasn’t anyone thought of this before? Recipe here.
5. Pizza Hot Dog
Photo by Hui Lin
Yes this exists, and yes, I promise it’s amazing. Try it at your next cookout to impress your friends.
6. Sushirrito
Photo by Jane Yeo
This is honestly an adventure for your tastebuds. An awesome adventure that you’ll want to go on again. The sushi burrito is packed with flavors, textures, and mixed temperatures that work gloriously together. Learn how to make your own in just 15 minutes.
7. Mac ‘n Cheese Stuffed Ramen Sliders
Photo by Shalayne Pulia
All I have to say is wow. The crispy ramen acts like the bun and the meat is filled with creamy mac ‘n cheese. I could probably eat that everyday. Find out how to make it here, plus what else you can do with ramen.
8. Guacamole Hummus
Photo by Benj Shapiro
This hybrid combines the two most epic dips into one ultimate snack. It’s easy, healthy, and super customizable.
9. Pizza Panini
Photo by Tarika Narain
Wowie that sounds good, and looks good too. Cheese, marinara sauce, mushrooms, spinach, peppers and onions all come together in perfect unison to create this majesty. Find the recipe here, and check out some other amazeball paninis, too.
10. Lasagna Cupcakes
Photo courtesy of @christinaongert on Instagram
Okay so it’s not actually a cross between lasagna and a sweet cupcake, but just lasagna in the shape of a cupcake, which is cute and delicious. But if you do want sweet lasagna, try this amazing cookie lasagna.
11. Caesar Salad Pizza
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Since this hybrid has “salad” in the name, you can trick yourself into thinking you’re being healthy. Oh yes.
12. Soup Dumpling
Photo by Teodora Maftei
This really is a game changer. I mean, soup inside of the dumpling is genius. Find out where you can get the best soup dumplings in Boston.
13. Chicken and Waffles
Photo by Katie Elliot
So technically this hybrid can be sweet or savory, but it can still count since it’s undoubtedly one of the best. Step up your brunch game with these chicken and waffle cones.
14. Carne Asada Fries
Photo courtesy of @mexicalitaco on Instagram
Fresh fries topped with heaps of nacho cheese, guac, salsa, sour cream, and meat. Yes plz.
15. Spaghetti Taco
Photo courtesy of @alliica on Instagram
These sound a little sus, but they are surprisingly delicious. Plus, they were on iCarly so they have to be good. If you’d rather just stick with normal tacos, check out these black bean and butternut squash tacos.