Australian bush foods

Australian bush foods, also known as bush tucker, are traditional edible plants, fruits, nuts, seeds, and insects native to the Australian landscape. These foods have been consumed sustainably by Indigenous Australians for thousands of years, offering unique flavors such as wattleseed’s nutty taste, quandong’s tartness, and finger lime’s citrusy burst. Modern chefs increasingly incorporate bush foods into contemporary cuisine for their distinctive flavors and nutritional benefits, highlighting Australia’s rich natural heritage. Many bush foods are harvested responsibly and contribute to both cultural preservation and sustainable food practices.