Bubble and Squeak Traditional British Fried Leftovers
Transform your leftovers into a comforting classic with this Bubble and Squeak recipe, a beloved traditional British dish. Perfect for reducing food waste, this crispy, golden fried medley combines mashed or diced potatoes with cooked cabbage, carrots, and optional parsnips for a hearty and flavorful side or main meal. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and pan-fried in butter and a touch of oil, the dish develops an irresistible crust while maintaining a soft and rustic texture inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, Bubble and Squeak is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, pairing beautifully with fried eggs, baked beans, or slices of cold roast meat. Whether you're tackling leftover Sunday roast veggies or planning an easy weeknight meal, this recipe brings comfort and tradition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Cooked potatoes (mashed, roasted, or boiled)
- 250 g Cooked cabbage (or other leafy vegetables like Brussels sprouts or kale)
- 150 g Cooked carrots (or other root vegetables, diced)
- 100 g Cooked parsnips (optional, diced)
- 30 g Butter
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Chop all the leftover vegetables (potatoes, cabbage, carrots, parsnips, etc.) into small, even-sized pieces if they aren't already mashed or diced.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables and mash them slightly together, leaving some chunks for texture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted and starts to foam, add the vegetable mixture to the pan and press it down into an even layer using the back of a spatula.
Cook the mixture for about 8-10 minutes, undisturbed, until the bottom forms a golden-brown, crispy crust.
Using the spatula, carefully flip sections of the mixture over to brown the other side. If flipping the entire mixture at once is tricky, split it into smaller portions to make flipping easier.
Cook for another 8-10 minutes on the other side until golden and crispy throughout.
Once cooked, transfer the Bubble and Squeak to a serving platter and serve hot. This dish pairs perfectly with fried eggs, baked beans, or cold meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2668 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2641 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
