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No dish is officially crowned in Australia, yet the meat pie comes closest, flaky pastry filled with rich minced beef and gravy. Begin with our Meat Pie recipe and work through 101 authentic Australian recipes.

The Most Famous Australian Dishes

  1. The meat pie

    The meat pie is what Australians eat standing up at the football, and any account of it that leaves out the sauce is incomplete. Mince in gravy, pastry lid, tomato sauce squirted …

  2. Avocado Toast

    Say good morning the Australian way with Avocado Toast, the café-culture classic that has become shorthand for fresh, wholesome eating the world over. Creamy avocado piled onto …

  3. Witchetty Grub

    Meet the Witchetty Grub, one of Australia's most iconic and adventurous bush foods. For tens of thousands of years these plump, protein-rich larvae have nourished the country's …

  4. Damper

    Discover Damper, the rustic camp bread woven into the story of the Australian bush. Made from just a handful of storecupboard staples, this simple loaf bakes beautifully over an …

What is the national dish of Australia?

Australia has no single official national dish, but the meat pie is the one most often given that title, flaky pastry filled with rich minced beef and gravy. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 100 more authentic Australian recipes.

What food is Australia famous for?

Beyond the meat pie, Australia is famous for dishes like Avocado Toast, Witchetty Grub and Damper. This page collects 101 authentic Australian recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.