I grew up in Britain. Here are 11 American foods I didn't know existed before visiting the US.

Josh OngFeb 26, 2022, 17:06 IST

Frito pie served in a potato chip bag, left, and Bruce's Rocky Mountain oysters sign, right.Carlos Osorio & Denver Post/Getty Images

I grew up in the UK my whole life and often saw glimpses of American food on TV growing up.
I've visited the US three times on vacation and was surprised by some of the food on offer.

I've lived my whole life in England but have always seen American foods on TV.

Josh Ong tried to go to a different place each time he visited the US.Josh Ong/Insider

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State fairs are known across the US, often for their range of deep-fried dishes.Sergio Flores/Getty Images

Sweet potato pies are common in the US, particularly around the holiday period.The Washington Post/Getty Images

The dish is often served within the bag of chips itself, or on a plate.Carlos Osorio/Getty Images

While corn dogs are a staple of US sports games and state fairs, they're not really sold in the UK.Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

This dish has a long history and is still served in US and Canada.Denver Post/Getty Images

This sauce, also sometimes known as "poor man's gravy," is mostly found in the south of the US.Chicago Tribune/Getty Images

Within the UK, preserving some savory items in clear jelly, like aspic, was common.barleyman/Getty Images

Chicken-fried steak is often served alongside southern gravy, which is also very uncommon in the UK.bhofack2/Getty Images

Many of the snacks and potato chips common to the US are not widely available in Britain.MediaNews Group/Getty Images

Cheese in a spray can.Julie Thurston Photography, Chicago Tribune/Getty Images