The Evolving Australian Palate - A Glimpse into Culinary Changes and Influences
As a cultural melting pot, Australia has witnessed tremendous transformation in the culinary scene. From traditional bush tucker cuisines to embracing diverse recipes around the world, the Australian palate is constantly evolving. New trends in Australian cuisine pay homage to its rich heritage and culture while bringing exciting innovations for modern palates.
Bush tucker forms the foundation of the Australian palate. Indigenous Australian food revolves around ingredients from land and sea, including game meats, native fruits, seeds, nuts, and seafood. The 2024 meal trends pay homage to Indigenous ingredients, with family favourite recipes incorporating the authentic taste of the land.
While Australia’s coastline is a treasure trove of seafood, the focus is shifting to sustainable seafood that embraces ocean-fresh flavours. Plant-based dishes are popular not only for vegetarians but also for flexitarians. Innovative plant-based dishes, like burgers and mushroom-based scallops, are taking centre stage.
Current food trends in Australia explore the adventurous culinary spirit of Australians by fusing various dishes. You can find Mexican-Australian, Korean-Australian and Thai-Australian fusion cuisine, providing a global dining experience.
Top 10 TikTok Food Trends in 2024
TikTok has become the home for innovative food trends. Australians get a wealth of inspiration from food lovers all over the world, providing unique takes on classic dishes. Some of the top TikTok food trends for 2024 include:
1. Feta fried eggs
2. Chopped Italian sandwich
3. Burger tacos
4. Cottage cheese
5. Baked Feta Pasta
6. Crispy, sweet chilli chicken
7. Buffalo chicken cucumber
8. Pulled pork
9. Creamy Tuscan pasta
10. Enchiladas
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How Vegan and Vegetarian Dishes Are Taking Centre Stage on TikTok
Over the years, Australians have become more concerned about what they eat and how it affects their health. Sustainability is also taking centre stage in the culinary world, and many Australians are adopting vegan and vegetarian dishes. Diets based on fruits and vegetables are popular, and vegan and vegetarian recipes are also trending on TikTok.
You will find vegetarian dinner ideas, as well as quick and easy vegan meals and recipes on TikTok, not to mention videos of innovative takes on vegetarian recipes, like Marry Me chickpeas. Whether you are looking for kid-friendly vegan ideas or budget-friendly easy dinners, TikTok serves up delicious recipes. The best part is that you can try out TikTok recipes with HelloFresh meal kits. Take advantage of a student discount on meal kits and give vegetarian dishes a try.
Global Flavors, Local Tables: International Cuisine Trends in Australia
Australians love exciting and unique dishes and have a penchant for fusion cuisines and global dishes. The nation’s culinary landscape reflects its diversity and global influences. International cuisine has captured the hearts of Australians, and citizens are now incorporating it into their indigenous dishes.The current international cuisine trends in Australia explore fusion cuisines, taking the complementary elements of two cuisines to strike a harmonious balance. You can complement the flavour profiles or borrow cooking techniques from international cuisines. Discover delicious combinations of Thai, Mexican and Italian dishes with Australian cuisines.
Aside from fusion cuisine, global dishes shine in dinners. Experience Asian sensations in Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese dishes. You can also indulge in the richness of Greek, Spanish and Middle Eastern flavours.
What Do the Experts Say About 2024 Food Trends?
Time-Saving Recipes Trends in 2024
Hannah Gilbert, Director of Culinary Innovation & Operations at HelloFresh, provides insight on what she expects will lead the TikTok foodie scene in 2024:
Follow-along Cooking Videos
Food influencers are changing the way we get inspiration for food and cooking. In 2024, we will continue to see the rise in cook-along videos via TikTok as users crave to mimic or add their own twist on recipes or food trends. Cottage cheese, for example, was popular because it’s an exciting way to elevate a regular ingredient in many ways.
TikTok: Cottage cheese Toast
Food ASMR TikTok Will Continue To Thrive
With #foodasmr having 9.4 billion views and a 180% increase in Google searches for the same query in the last month, ASMR will also continue to rise as foodies find comfort in the familiar sounds of chopping, cutting sizzling, and crunching in the cooking or mukbangs on their screen.
TikTok: Creamy spicy tortellini
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More variety than ever
Choose from 38+ delicious recipes every week, from Takeaway Faves, Vegetarian, and so much more. With a range of cuisines, ingredients and cooking techniques, meals will never be boring.
Nutritious home cooking
No matter what your goals are, we’ve got something for you. From dishes high in protein, to low in calories, and all made using fresh, wholesome ingredients, there’s something for everyone.
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