Bubble and Squeak
Bubble and Squeak is a classic British main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooking that makes a meal feel memorable.
About this dish
British cuisineIngredients
- 300g mashed potatoes
- 200g cooked cabbage
- Butter
- Salt and pepper
Description
Bubble and Squeak is more than a main: it is a route into British home cooking, pub food, bakery traditions and the old rhythm of roasts, puddings and pies. The dish is built around root vegetables, beef, dairy, flour, dried fruit, suet, ale and orchard fruit, giving it a flavour that feels both practical and deeply connected to its origin. It works especially well for Sunday lunch, cosy nights and nostalgic comfort food, and it gives readers a clear way to understand how ingredients, technique and food history meet on the plate. Named for the sounds it makes while cooking, bubble and squeak is a great way to use Sunday roast leftovers.
Instructions
- Mix potatoes and cabbage, season well.
- Form into patties and fry in butter until golden and crisp.