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49 Examples of Funky Fusion Foods

From Instant Noodle Sandwiches to Delectable Seafood Doggies

— October 1, 2013 — World
Combining different cuisines can be a wonderfully delightful experience, and these examples of funky fusion foods are showcasing how consumers are pulling ingredients from all around the globe to create wonderfully unique recipes.

Experimenting with classic dishes from a variety of cultures is a creative way to create brand new meals with exciting flavors, and these funky fusion foods are offering up some bold and eye-opening examples of some of the ingredients you can put together. From instant noodles amazingly turned into larger-than-life burgers to breakfast tacos and Asian-inspired pies, these creative fusion foods will definitely have you amazed at all the unorthodox combinations.

Perfect for foodies looking to expand their palate with new and exciting dishes, these over-the-top recipes will definitely offer you some adventurous ideas.
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Bread-Filled Ballpark Crossbreeds
Bread-Filled Ballpark Crossbreeds
The Cupcakes and Cashmere 'Pretzel Dog' is a Home Run
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Rustic Fungi Pies
Rustic Fungi Pies
This Mushroom Pie Has a Deliciously Savory Taste That Won’t Break Your Bel
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Funky Fruitcake Hybrids
Funky Fruitcake Hybrids
These Fruitcakes Attempt to Re-Invent the Traditional Holiday Dessert
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Dazzling Diner-Inspired Treats
Dazzling Diner-Inspired Treats
These Root Beer Float Cookies Taste Like the Real Deal
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Porky Latticed Meals
Porky Latticed Meals
Dive into the Delicious Bacon Crust Pizza
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Deep Dish Cheeseburger Hybrids
Deep Dish Cheeseburger Hybrids
Pizza Hut's Cheeseburger Crust Dish is Available in the Middle East
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Fast Food-Flavored Spreads
Fast Food-Flavored Spreads
The 'Closet Cooking' Bacon Double Cheeseburger Dip is a Mouthful
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Sushi-Shaped Donuts
Sushi-Shaped Donuts
These Sushi Food-Shaped Donut Treats are a Rare Food Fusion
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Delectable Seafood Doggies
Delectable Seafood Doggies
The Lobster Dog Brings Flavors From the Sea & Land Together in One Bun
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Remixed Sandwich Desserts
Remixed Sandwich Desserts
The Fluffernutter Donut from Dough is Delectable
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Monstrous Cronut Burger Hybrids
Monstrous Cronut Burger Hybrids
This Frankenstein Creation Combines the Cronut and Umami Burger
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Delicious Hybrid Desserts
Delicious Hybrid Desserts
The Cone-oli Recipe Blends Ice Cream Cones and Cannoli
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Pinecone-Mimicking Bread Feasts
Pinecone-Mimicking Bread Feasts
Plain Chicken's Food Pull is a Nacho and Sandwich Hybrid
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Remixed Leftover Turkey Wraps
Remixed Leftover Turkey Wraps
The Thanksgiving Burrito is a Tasty Festive Meal for the Day After
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Boston Cream Donut Cupcakes
Boston Cream Donut Cupcakes
These Cupcakes are a Hybrid Version of the Famous Boston Cream Donut
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Breakfast-Infused Hamburgers
Breakfast-Infused Hamburgers
The Eggs Benedict Burger by DudeFoods is Savory and Delectable
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Gourmet Hybrid Hoagies
Gourmet Hybrid Hoagies
This Roasted Strawberry Brie Chocolate Grilled Cheese is Decadent
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Chip-Topped Soda Cakes
Chip-Topped Soda Cakes
These Mountain Dew and Doritos Cupcakes Will Derail Your Diet
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Remixed Breakfast Cuisine
Remixed Breakfast Cuisine
The Everything Bagel Mac and Cheese is a Tasty Surprise
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Dessert Chicken Hybrids
Dessert Chicken Hybrids
American Cupcake Introduces the Red Velvet Fried Chicken
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Chunky Carnivorous Carb-Filled Sandwiches
Chunky Carnivorous Carb-Filled Sandwiches
The Lasagna Burger Offers American and Italian Flavors
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Cookies and Cream Rice Krispies
Cookies and Cream Rice Krispies
Start Traditional Holiday Baking with this Cooking Classy Treat
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Breakfast Hamburgers
Breakfast Hamburgers
The Pop Tart Quarter Pounder is a Sugar and Beef Infusion
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Baked Burger Goods
Baked Burger Goods
The Big Mac Steamed Buns are a Great Addition to Your List of Comfort Foods
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Mexican Mash-Up Flatbread
Mexican Mash-Up Flatbread
The Closet Cooking Taco Quesadilla Pizza is Oozing in Flavor
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Heart-Stopping Hybrid Meals
Heart-Stopping Hybrid Meals
The Poutine Burger Will Make You Gain Weight Bite by Bite
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Decadent Hazelnut Hybrid Desserts
Decadent Hazelnut Hybrid Desserts
This Chocolate Treat Features an Entire Jar of Nutella
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Classic Candy Bar Cupcakes
Classic Candy Bar Cupcakes
This Making It With Danielle Baked Good Infuses Snickers Chocolate
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Barbecue Mash-Up Molds
Barbecue Mash-Up Molds
The Ham Dogger Crafts up Hybrid Cookout Cuisine
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Asian-Inspired Petite Pies
Asian-Inspired Petite Pies
The Baked Pumpkin Wontons Represent Culinary Fusion at its Finest
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Hamburger Dessert Hybrids
Hamburger Dessert Hybrids
The Cinnaburger is the Love Child Between Dinner and Sugary Treats
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Breakfast Waffle Tacos
Breakfast Waffle Tacos
Taco Bell’s Breakfast Feast is Going Nationwide
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Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
These Fruit Tacos Offer a Unique Take on the Classic Savory Dish
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Barbecued Dessert Hybrids
Barbecued Dessert Hybrids
The Grilled S'more Brownie is Easy to Make and Delicious
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Campfire Hybrid Confections
Campfire Hybrid Confections
The S'MOreos by Marigold Haske Revamps a Classic Summer Treat
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Rolled-Up Mexican Meals
Rolled-Up Mexican Meals
The 'Tacone' is Portable and Mess-Free Unlike a Traditional Taco
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Bizarre Food Hybrids
Bizarre Food Hybrids
Spaghetti Tacos are Slowly Taking the Country by Storm
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Instant Noodle Sandwiches
Instant Noodle Sandwiches
This Creative Instant Noodle Dish is a Variation of a Grilled Cheese
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Cake-Pie Hybrids
Cake-Pie Hybrids
The Flying Monkey 'Pumpple' Crams Just About Everything into One Dessert
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Massive Pizza Burger Hybrids
Massive Pizza Burger Hybrids
The 'Megaburgerpizza' Creatively Uses a Pizza as a Burger Bun
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Croissant-Inspired Desserts
Croissant-Inspired Desserts
The Cronut is a Delicious Croissant-Donut Hybrid
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Upscale Wasabi Sliders
Upscale Wasabi Sliders
The SlapFish Food Truck Tuna Sandwich Item is Asian Fusion-Themed
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Tricolored Hoagie Treats
Tricolored Hoagie Treats
'The Food in My Beard' Ice Cream Sandwiches are Hybrid Desserts
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Impostor Pork Confections
Impostor Pork Confections
These Bacon Cookies Offer a Sugary Sweet Impression of the Real Deal
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Dinner Dessert Hybrids
Dinner Dessert Hybrids
These Sausage and Mash Cupcakes are Appetizing and Perfect for Dinner
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Fusion Dessert Sushi Rolls
Fusion Dessert Sushi Rolls
These Waffle Breakfast Sushi Rolls Don't Need Soy Sauce
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Homemade Hybrid Cronuts
Homemade Hybrid Cronuts
The Banana Cream Pillsbury Crescent Doughnuts is a Delicious Knock-Off
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Gigantic Ramen Noodle Burgers
Gigantic Ramen Noodle Burgers
This Ramen Burger is a Delicious Hybrid of Noodles and Beef
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Dessert-Inspired Drinking
Dessert-Inspired Drinking
These Strawberry Cheesecake Jello Shots are Delectable
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