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Discover the rich flavors of Belgian cuisine! Indulge in crispy frites, decadent chocolates, authentic waffles, and savory stews. A true culinary delight awaits!
The lighter, rectangular Brussels waffle is often served with toppings like fruit or whipped cream, while the denser, irregular Liège waffle, containing pearl sugar, is eaten plain or with minimal additions. Both are popular street foods.
Traditionally cooked in beef fat, this two-step process at different temperatures creates a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. Belgians often eat them with a wide range of sauces, not just ketchup, like Andalouse or Samourai.
This equates to approximately 22 kg per capita, making them one of the world's highest consumers and exporters. Belgian chocolate is renowned for its high cocoa content, fine ingredients, and traditional production methods, including "conching."
