Sure, you can enjoy all the classic fair foods like corn dogs, kettle corn, funnel cakes and cotton candy at the North Carolina State Fair. But why not branch out and try a few of the fair's less traditional (but equally delicious) options, too? Scroll through the slideshow to discover six of the most unusual foods you'll find at this year's N.C. State Fair.

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The Sloppy Pig

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This sloppy joe is like none you’ve ever tried, with delicious sloppy joe filling between layers of Texas toast, creamy cheese sauce and a crumbled bacon topping.

Hungry for more? See all the foods available at the 2019 North Carolina State Fair here.

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