Munch Through This Crunchy Cracklin Trail In Louisiana For The Best Of The Best
By Jackie Ann|Published February 07, 2020
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Jackie Ann
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
Boudin and cracklins go together like peanut butter and jelly. This match made in heaven is just one of the many things that’s specific to Louisiana, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Cracklins, in particular, might just be the most underrated snack ever, and it’s time to change that. Next time you’re in the mood to munch on Louisiana’s Cajun potato chip, you have to make your way over to one of these spots, where they’re frying up some of the best cracklins in Louisiana. And because it’s hard to find one without the other, you might as well snag a boudin link or two.
If you ask the folks in Scott, Louisiana where the best place to get cracklins is, they’ll tell you about Best Stop Supermarket. They’ve been a neighborhood favorite since they opened up in 1986, serving not only great cracklins, but also boudin, smoked sausage, hog head cheese, and more.
When it comes to cracklins, Billy’s ranks high on the list. People drive from all over to stock up on their Cajun specialities - and that’s before you even get to their menu. Their crawfish pies and boudin balls are addictive, but the cracklins are some of the best in the state.
Part country market, part restaurant, Chicken on the Bayou is your one-stop-shop for all your Cajun needs. It’s certainly the go-to for your cracklin needs.
Hebert’s has locations in Opelousas, Breaux Bridge, Henderson, and Kinder, so you’re never too far away from some savory, crunchy cracklins. Over the past 20 years they’ve been in business, they’ve created quite the loyal fan base, and after one bite, you’ll be a fan too. Pair yours with one of their homemade boudin sausages or boudin balls for the ultimate Cajun experience.
Tucked away in Breaux Bridge, this Cajun restaurant has a reputation for delicious and authentic Cajun cuisine that’s worth a visit, but you’ll want to snag a bag of cracklins on the way out so you can munch on them in the car.
Where’s your favorite place to get cracklins in Louisiana? Did your spot make the list? Let us know in the comments below!
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