Traditional Bubble and Squeak 🥔🥬
Bubble and Squeak is a classic British dish made from leftover vegetables, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or light supper. It's simple, delicious, and a brilliant way to reduce food waste. Topped with a fried egg, it's utterly irresistible! 🍳
Ingredients
🥔 Mashed Potatoes: 500g (preferably from leftovers)
🥬 Cooked Cabbage or Brussels Sprouts: 250g, finely shredded
🧅 Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
🧈 Butter: 50g
🌻 Vegetable Oil: 2 tbsp
🧂 Salt and Pepper: To taste
🍳 Eggs: 2 (optional, for serving)
Method
🍳 Heat the Butter and Oil: In a large non-stick frying pan, melt the butter and oil over medium heat. This gives the dish a lovely golden crust!
🧅 Cook the Onion: Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
🥔 Combine the Veg: In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, shredded cabbage (or sprouts), and softened onion. Season generously with salt and pepper.
🍳 Shape and Fry: Press the mixture into the frying pan, flattening it into a thick pancake shape with the back of a spatula. Fry gently on medium heat for 6-8 minutes, until the bottom is crisp and golden.
🔄 Flip Carefully: Turn the bubble and squeak over (you might need a plate to help!) and cook the other side for another 6-8 minutes until evenly browned.
🍳 Optional Topping: In a separate pan, fry the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
🍽 Serve and Enjoy: Slide your golden bubble and squeak onto a plate, top with a fried egg if using, and enjoy warm!
Serving Information
⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🔥 Cooking Time: 20 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 2-3 | 🌟 Calories: ~300 per serving (without egg)
Bubble and Squeak is perfect for using up Sunday roast leftovers or any extra veg in the fridge. It’s comfort food at its best! 😋