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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
1/2 onion
2 potatoes
1/4 cabbage
1 carrot
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup water
chicken bouillon
leftover smoked pastrami
salt
black pepper
parsley

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

Roughly peel the potatoes, keeping the skins on.

2

Chop the onion, potatoes, cabbage, and carrot into small pieces.

3

Add 1/2 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of butter, and chicken bouillon to the bottom of a pan.

4

Sprinkle the chopped onion on the bottom of the pan.

5

Add the chopped carrot and cabbage to the pan, trying to keep the sizes uniform.

6

Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then cover with aluminum foil, poking holes in it.

7

Bake in the oven at 375°F until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 1 hour.

8

Once cooked, mash the potatoes and mix in the chopped vegetables, keeping it a bit rough.

9

Add leftover smoked pastrami to the mixture and combine.

10

Preheat a griddle to medium heat and add a little butter for cooking.

11

Form patties using the mixture, about a half tablespoon of mixture per patty.

12

Cook the patties on the griddle until golden brown, adding more butter as needed.

13

Before flipping, add more butter to the top side of the patties.

14

Cook until crispy and golden on both sides, then add eggs to the griddle if desired.

15

Serve with chopped parsley on top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

pangriddle

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Bubble & Squeak

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