How to Pair Weed With Food. One of the great things about pot is how good it makes everything taste. Though there isnt really a wrong way to eat while high, you can get downright gourmand with it, and were going to tell you how. Follow Your Nose. Usually, when one is purchasing such wares, most of the attention is given to how certain strains will make the consumer feel, rather than the aroma or flavor. According to Leafly, the best way to maximize aroma and get the most out of your pairings is to pick strains with high levels of terpenes, the organic compounds responsible for the unique flavors and aromas in various strains. Last night, among many other more important votes, Americans in several states voted on whether toRead more Read. Though there are infographics that can give you an idea of what flavors various terpenes will lend, the best way to get a handle on weedy flavors is to give them a sniff. If you live in a state that has dispensaries, the best way to do this is to stroll in and ask your friendlyand theyre almost always very friendlybudtender if you can smell the flowers. Get your nose in there and pay attention to any tasty thoughts that pop into your brain. Names Matter. A lot of pot strains have names that in no way tell you what they would taste likeDr. Who apparently tastes of pineapple, not David Tennantbut there are a few that are pretty obvious, such as the juicy Pineapple Express, tart Lemon Super Haze, and Agent Orange. So basically, the ones named after fruit. If something sounds tasty, give it a whirl, and see what it inspires you to munch on. Match Em Up. As with pairing any sort of flavored things together, you can either get all matchy matchy, or go a more contrasting route. For example, you could pair Lemon Super Haze with lemon meringue pie, or you could use its sour, citrusy flavor to complement some perfectly cooked lobster tails or cut the richness of creme brulee. Sweet and earthy Girl Scout Cookies could be and Im sure has been paired with actual cookies, but would also offer a nice balance to salty cured meats. Chef Leather Storrs of Noble Rot takes the whole concept even further, using actual flower in his cooking to create unique multi course infused dinners. Flavor wise, Storrs has found that citrus profiles go nicely with fish, fruit and greens and enjoys menthol and piney strains for curing fish and meat, as well as gin driven cocktails. The great news is that theres really no wrong way to do this as, pot almost always makes eating more fun. These pairings should make the experience even more enjoyable, not give you something to stress over. So, if you find yourself worrying that youre going to pair your joint with wrong snack, take another hit and grab a bag of Doritos. Thai Fish Cakes Make the best Thai fish cakes with a springy and silky texture and bold flavor without running to an Asian market. Fresh salmon patties. Cooks Illustrated. How To Store Jalapenos. I often make two or three batches at once, put them on a cookie sheet on parchment in my freezer. Doritos are never a bad choice.