Fusion cuisine is a style of cooking that deliberately combines ingredients, techniques, and flavors from two or more different culinary traditions to create new, hybrid dishes.
Core idea
Instead of sticking to one “authentic” cuisine, fusion cuisine blends elements like spices, sauces, cooking methods, or presentations from multiple cultures in a single dish. The goal is harmony and innovation, so the final plate feels cohesive and balanced rather than random or confusing.
Examples and applications
Common examples include things like sushi burritos, tandoori pizza, Tex Mex dishes, or kimchi tacos, where familiar formats are combined with flavors from another cuisine.
Restaurants use fusion cuisine to stand out, appeal to diverse diners, and experiment creatively while still offering dishes that feel approachable and recognizable.