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Bubble and Squeak

Cultural Context

Originating from the UK, Bubble and Squeak is a traditional dish that utilizes leftover vegetables, particularly from Sunday roasts. Its name reflects the sounds made during cooking, as the ingredients bubble and squeak in the pan. This dish is a testament to resourcefulness in British cooking, turning scraps into a hearty meal. Today, variations abound, with many adding meats or different vegetables, making it a versatile favorite in households around the world.

BritishGBmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups boiled potatoes
2 cups cooked cabbage
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cooked potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

cooked cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: broccoli

Kale is nutrient-dense and adds a different texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for heart health.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots provide a milder flavor.

1

Boil and salt some potatoes.

2

Boil different types of cabbage.

3

Add the boiled potatoes and cabbage into a bowl.

4

Season with salt and plenty of black pepper.

5

Add a heaped tablespoon of butter to the mixture.

6

Mix everything together until combined.

7

Mold the mixture into desired shapes.

8

Fry the molded mixture in a pan until the outside is golden brown, turning several times to achieve an even cook.

9

Continue to cook until the edges are crispy and some parts are slightly burnt, folding the mixture back into itself as it cooks.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Bubble & Squeak

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