All-American Bites: Regional Sandwiches for a Festive Fourth

ByJD Alewine Published On Updated on

This Independence Day, dig into sandwiches that show off the best regional flavors in the country. From New England to the Southwest, each bite is a taste of somewhere special.

Beef on Weck

A beef on weck from the side, so you can see the entire sandwich.
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Juicy roast beef on a salty kummelweck roll with fresh horseradish. Buffalo’s signature sandwich brings the punch. GET THE RECIPE

Runza

A white bowl filled with freshly baked golden brown runza bread rolls sits on a white cloth on a dark wooden table.
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Nebraska’s go-to: pillowy bread filled with ground beef, cabbage, and onions. Hot, hearty, and always satisfying. GET THE RECIPE

Shrimp Po Boy

shrimp po boy
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Crunchy fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato, and remoulade on French bread. The taste of New Orleans—ideal for a summer celebration. GET THE RECIPE

Banh Mi

A partially open banh mi sandwich on a dark surface, filled with chicken, sliced cucumber, jalapeños, cilantro, pickled carrots and daikon, with a small bowl of pate on the side completes this classic banh mi spread.
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Crusty bread packed with juicy pork, pickled veggies, and fresh cilantro. Bright, bold, and perfect for a hot July afternoon. GET THE RECIPE

Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

A crispy Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and a sesame seed bun, placed on a wooden board.
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Big, crunchy pork cutlet barely contained by a soft bun. It’s an Indiana original and always a winner at cookouts. GET THE RECIPE

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