Order a breakfast sandwich in New Jersey and you may hear two names for the same kind of cured pork: pork roll and Taylor ham. The preferred phrase varies by region and personal loyalty, which is part of the fun.
The usual sandwich adds egg and cheese on a roll, though every counter has its own version. Ask for it by the name on the menu and decide whether ketchup belongs on yours. The debate is a conversation starter, not a barrier to a good breakfast.
See New Jersey’s guide to iconic foods and our state guide.
