French fries

If you had assumed that the name "French fries" indicates that the classic fried potato dish hails from France, you'd be wrong. According to BBC, the crispy spuds were most likely invented in the country's northeast neighbor, Belgium. It's said that this dish was discovered by American soldiers in Belgium during World War I and, since the dominant language of southern Belgium is French, they dubbed the tasty potatoes “French” fries. French fries dipped in ketchup and mayonnaise are very popular all around the globe. Kids enjoy this easy snack although adults too love them.