British recipes
British food is hearty, comforting and better than its old reputation suggests. This page covers quick takes on classics like fish finger sandwiches, cheese on toast, bubble and squeak, full English-style breakfasts, curry house favorites and simple puddings. Every recipe takes 20 minutes or less, using US ingredients and measurements.
5 recipes, quickest first.
8 minLemon curd yogurt pots
8 minSticky toffee mug pudding
10 minStrawberry Eton mess
18 minStovetop apple crumble
20 minCurried egg sandwiches
Many British dishes are built from pantry and fridge basics: eggs, bread, potatoes, sharp cheddar, peas and sausages. That makes this page useful for cozy weeknight dinners and lazy weekend breakfasts. The tips cover substitutions for UK items that can be hard to find, such as British-style bacon or brown sauce.
Common questions
What is a full English breakfast?
A full English typically includes fried or scrambled eggs, bacon (back bacon in the UK), sausages, baked beans, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms and toast or fried bread. Black pudding and hash browns are common additions. To cook it quickly, use two pans and the oven on low to keep finished items warm.
What is bubble and squeak?
Bubble and squeak is a British dish of leftover mashed or boiled potatoes mixed with cooked cabbage, brussels sprouts or other vegetables, then fried in a pan until crisp and golden. It is named for the sounds it makes while cooking. It is popular after holiday dinners and is great topped with a fried egg.
What can I use instead of British ingredients in the US?
Canadian bacon or thick-cut ham is close to British back bacon. Sharp white cheddar replaces mature cheddar, and heavy cream works for double cream in most recipes. Brown sauce and HP sauce are sold in many international aisles, or swap in steak sauce. Golden syrup can be replaced with light corn syrup or honey.