Any Australian knows meat pies and sausage rolls are the true blue food staples.
But a new poll on social media has sparked a heated debate over the perfect ‘servo’ snack – so which iconic food do you think is better?
Cheat Meals of Melbourne Facebook group asked more than 50,000 followers to vote between the humble meat pie and the sausage roll – and the results are very controversial.
‘You walk into your local petrol station, you’re hungry and need a quick bite to get you through your day. What do you grab?’ the group asked.
Any Australian knows meat pies and sausage rolls are the true blue food staples
As of Thursday afternoon, sausage rolls are ahead of meat pies just by a whisker
As of Thursday afternoon, sausage rolls are ahead of meat pies just by a whisker.
Up to 50.1 per cent of foodies voted for sausage rolls, while 49.9 per cent of Australians opted for a meat pie.
Many said their favourite snack was sausage rolls because it was ‘easier to eat on the go’ while others said meat pies were the obvious choice.
‘Pie is definitely a sit down and enjoy the moment job,’ one said.
Another said: ‘Tough call but sausage roll wins.’
Others said it depends on where you are when you’re eating.
‘Snag roll if you’re pressed for time and gotta eat on the move. Pie if you’ve got time to savour it,’ one said.
Another said: ‘All depends if you’re driving or passenger.’
The a new poll on social media has sparked a heated debate over the perfect ‘servo’ snack – so which national food do you think tastes better?
The meat in most of the pies was mainly beef mince and a flavoursome gravy, while sausage rolls are made with pork mince, wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry
Meanwhile, some said they were surprised by the results because they thought meat pies were the strong contenders.
Meat pies and sausage rolls are freshly baked goods, usually found ready to go at service stations, bakeries or supermarket stores across Australia.
The meat in most of the pies was mainly beef mince and a flavoursome gravy, while sausage rolls are made with pork mince, wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry.
