Missouri Favorite Side Dishes
↠ Kansas City-Style Cheesy Corn
Description:
Kansas City-style cheesy corn is an iconic, indulgent BBQ side featuring sweet kernel corn bathed in a creamy, cheddar-heavy sauce with savory diced ham or bacon. Often popularized by Jack Stack Barbecue, it is baked until bubbly, sometimes broiled for a golden crust, and has a velvety, slightly liquid consistency that complements smoked meats.
↠ Grilled Foil Packet Potatoes:
Description:
Grilled foil packet potatoes are a versatile, easy-to-make, and highly customizable side dish, perfect for summer BBQs, camping, or quick weeknight dinners. The potatoes are typically sliced thin or cubed, tossed with oil or butter, seasoned (common choices include garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, or ranch seasoning), and sealed in aluminum foil packets to cook on a hot grill.
↠ Zesty Corn Salad:
Description:
A Zesty Corn Salad is a vibrant, fresh, and slightly spicy side dish, often inspired by Mexican street corn (elotes) or Southwest flavors. It typically features charred or raw sweet corn kernels combined with crisp vegetables like bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeƱos, all tossed in a tangy, bright dressing. It is a popular, quick-to-assemble, and crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for BBQs, picnics, and summer potlucks.
↠ Missouri Garden Green Beans:
Description:
Missouri Garden Green Beans (or Southern-style green beans) are a comforting, savory side dish featuring fresh green beans slow-simmered with bacon (or ham), onion, garlic, and often potatoes in a flavorful broth. Tender, smoky, and rustic, this dish is a staple, often seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes a hint of sugar or vinegar to balance flavors.
↠ Beer-Battered Fried Green Tomatoes:
Description:
Beer-battered fried green tomatoes are a Southern-inspired, crispy, and tangy side dish or appetizer featuring thick-cut, unripe green tomatoes dipped in a light, bubbly, and seasoned batter. Unlike traditional cornmeal-crusted versions, this method creates a airy, tempura-like coating that is crunchier and provides a significant textural contrast to the firm, acidic interior.