Top American Southern Side Dish - Part 1

Discover authentic American Southern Side Dish recipes. Perfect for any occasion, from everyday meals to special celebrations.

American Southern
Side Dish
American Southern
Medium
B+

Jalapeno Hush Puppies

4.5
(1143 reviews)

Savory and slightly spicy hush puppies with a hint of jalapeno.

25 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
75%
70
American Southern
Easy
B+

Candied Sweet Potatoes with Praline Topping

4.4
(1303 reviews)

Sweet and nutty yams topped with a praline-like pecan and coconut crumble.

40 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
70%
75
American Southern
Easy
A-

Mike Mills' Tangy Pit Beans

4.0
(263 reviews)

Tangy and flavorful baked beans with a hint of smoke and sweetness, perfect as a side dish for barbecue or any hearty meal.

60 min
450 cal
Gluten-Free
75%
70
American Southern
Medium
B+

Chow-Chow

4.2
(1887 reviews)

A relish made from mixed vegetables, typically green tomatoes, cabbage, and peppers, preserved in a vinegar-based brine.

60 min
150 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
65%
60
American Southern
Medium
C+

Mixed Vegetable Relish

4.5
(1246 reviews)

A tangy and flavorful relish made with cabbage, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, preserved in a sweet and sour vinegar brine.

60 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
75%
65
American Southern
Easy
C+

Hoe Cake

4.4
(1685 reviews)

A simple and traditional cornmeal cake, cooked in a skillet for a rustic and satisfying dish.

20 min
150 cal
Gluten-Free (naturally)
Vegetarian (if using oil instead of bacon drippings)
90%
65
American Southern
Medium
C+

Yellow Rice

4.0
(157 reviews)

A flavorful and colorful rice dish, perfect as a side for many meals.

75 min
600 cal
75%
65
American Southern
Easy
B

Dilled Pickled Okra

4.4
(1980 reviews)

A simple recipe for pickling okra with dill, perfect for preserving a summer harvest.

15 min
50 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
75%
65
American Southern
Easy
B+

Civil War Fried Sweet Potatoes

4.2
(643 reviews)

A simple and satisfying recipe for fried sweet potatoes, reminiscent of Civil War-era cooking.

20 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
90%
65
American Southern
Medium
C+

Pickled Relish

4.3
(1224 reviews)

A pickled relish made from a variety of vegetables, offering a tangy and slightly sweet flavor.

1470 min
50 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
60%
65
American Southern
Easy
B+

The Ultimate Guide to Hush Puppies: Tips, Tricks, and Variations

4.1
(1033 reviews)

Classic hush puppies, perfect as a side dish.

20 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
80%
65
American Southern
Easy
B+

Red Tomato Chow Chow

4.4
(235 reviews)

A tangy and slightly sweet relish made with ripe tomatoes, hot pepper, and pickling spices. Perfect for canning and enjoying year-round.

40 min
80 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
American Southern
Medium
C+

Piccalilli

4.3
(1731 reviews)

A tangy and sweet tomato-based relish perfect for canning.

120 min
150 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
60%
65
American Southern
Easy
A-

Bayou Baked Beans

4.3
(1640 reviews)

A flavorful baked bean dish with bacon, onion, and a hint of spice, reminiscent of Bayou cuisine.

55 min
300 cal
Gluten-Free (check ingredients)
Pork
75%
65
American Southern
Medium
A-

Dirty Rice: A Southern Comfort Food Staple

4.2
(575 reviews)

A savory rice dish with a rich, flavorful profile from beef bouillon, mushrooms, and onions.

90 min
350 cal
75%
65
American Southern
Medium
A-

Chow Chow: The Perfect Tangy Relish for Any Meal

4.0
(1266 reviews)

A tangy and slightly sweet relish made with green tomatoes, cabbage, onions, and spices, preserved in vinegar.

30 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
70%
65
American Southern
Easy
C+

Corn Dodgers

4.3
(1762 reviews)

A lighter, baked version of traditional hush puppies, perfect as a side dish or snack.

25 min
120 cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
American Southern
Medium
A

Dill Pickled Okra

4.1
(1008 reviews)

A tangy and flavorful way to preserve okra with dill, garlic, and vinegar.

30 min
50 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
80%
65
American Southern
Medium
C+

Ripe Tomato Chow-Chow

4.1
(685 reviews)

A tangy and sweet relish made with ripe tomatoes, hot peppers, and spices, perfect for preserving the flavors of summer.

70 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
65%
60
American Southern
Medium
C+

Piccalilli

4.4
(1792 reviews)

A tangy and slightly sweet relish made with cabbage, green tomatoes, and various spices.

20 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
60%
65