Bubble and Squeak (Vegan + GF) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

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ThisBubble and Squeak iscrispyon the outside,tenderon the inside and soeasyto make using leftover mashed potatoes and vegetables! It's made using just5 ingredients, and it's nutritious, fillingandsatisfyingtoo. It'sveganandgluten-free, and perfect forbreakfast, brunchor dinner!

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What is Bubble and Squeak?

Bubble and Squeak is a traditional British breakfast dishthat's a bit like a large pancake/frittatamade usingvegetables(usually cabbage) and mashed potatoes, usually leftovers from a roast dinner. They get fried together in a pan until golden brown on both sides.

It's called Bubble and Squeak because the cabbage makes bubbling and squeaking sounds as it's being cooked.

How to make this recipe

Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe.

  • Fry the onion and cabbage for around 15 minutes.
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  • Add the mashed potatoes and salt + pepper and mix well.

Tip:This is my favourite mashed potatoes recipe.

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  • Use a spoon to push the mixture right up to the sides of the pan and flatten the surface.
  • Fry on a low heat for around 7 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
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  • Place a large plate on top of the frying pan then quickly turn it upside down, so that the top is on the bottom of the plate.
  • Use a spatulato gently push it off the plate onto the frying pan, so that you can cook the other side too.
  • Cook for a further 7 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
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Serving suggestions

  • Ketchuporbrown sauce.
  • Baked beans.
  • Thiswhite bean scramble
  • Vegan sausages.

Substitutions you can make

  • You can replace thecabbagewith any other greens likekale, spinach or Brussels sprouts.
  • You can addany othervegetablesyou like - this is especially convenient if you have leftover vegetables to use up.
  • You can replace themashed potatoeswithmashed sweet potatoes,mashed swede, mashed parsnips or mashed celeriac.
  • Instead of making one large "cake", you can make mini patties instead!

More potato dishes

  • Potato Salad
  • Potato Dauphinoise Gratin
  • Creamy Mashed Potatoes
  • Scalloped Sweet Potato Gratin
  • Sweet Potato Fries
  • Scalloped Potatoes

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Bubble and Squeak (Vegan + GF)

ThisBubble and Squeak iscrispyon the outside,tenderon the inside and soeasyto make using leftover mash and vegetables!

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Course: Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: British

Keyword: bubble and squeak, vegan breakfast idea, vegan potato dish

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 or 2 as a main

Calories: 521kcal

Author: Rhian Williams

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil (coconut, vegetable, rapeseed or olive)
  • 1 onion , thinly sliced
  • 100 g (3.5 oz) cabbage , roughly chopped
  • 500 g (2 2/12 cups) leftover mashed potatoes *
  • Salt + pepper to taste

To serve (suggestions):

  • Ketchup or brown sauce
  • Baked beans

Instructions

  • Heat up the oil in a large non-stick frying pan.

  • Add the onion and cabbage and fry for around 15 minutes until softened.

  • Add the mashed potatoes and salt + pepper and mix well.

  • Use a spoon to push the mixture right up to the sides of the pan and flatten the surface.

  • Fry on a low heat for around 7 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.

  • Place a large plate on top of the frying pan then quickly turn it upside down, so that the top is on the bottom of the plate.

  • Use a spatula to gently push it off the plate onto the frying pan, so that you can cook the other side too.

  • Cook for a further 7 minutes until both sides are golden brown.

  • Slice before serving.

  • Best enjoyed immediately!

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Notes

*This is my favourite mashed potatoes recipe.

Instead of making one large "cake", you can make mini patties instead.

Nutrition Facts

Bubble and Squeak (Vegan + GF)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 521Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Sodium 135mg6%

Potassium 1455mg42%

Carbohydrates 105g35%

Fiber 9g36%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 11g22%

Vitamin A 40IU1%

Vitamin C 112.4mg136%

Calcium 50mg5%

Iron 1.7mg9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. elf bowling

    Bubble and Squeak (Vegan + GF) - Rhian's Recipes (11)
    all my friends love this recipe, it is all we talk about now. please make a recipe about sports. thank you too much. :L

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    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you so much, so glad you like it!

  2. happy wheels

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    This is yummy. Will prepare it tonight.

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    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you so much!

  3. geometry dash

    Your article is very meticulous and impressive for me, I hope to get more good posts.

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Bubble and Squeak (Vegan + GF) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is bubble and squeak made of? ›

Bubble and squeak is a fried British dish made with potatoes and cabbage. It's quite similar to the Irish colcannon. Bubble and squeak, which often contains meat such as ham or bacon, is traditionally made on Monday with the leftovers from Sunday's dinner or on Boxing Day with leftovers from the Christmas feast.

What is the difference between colcannon and bubble and squeak? ›

He comments that although the basic ingredients of bubble and squeak and colcannon are similar, the two are very different dishes, the former being traditionally made from left-overs and fried to give a brown crust, and the latter "a completely separate dish of potato, spring onion and cabbage, served almost as creamed ...

How long do bubbles and squeaks last in the fridge? ›

Storing leftovers - Transfer leftovers to an airtight container, or once cool, cover the dish you baked it in with cling-wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

What goes well with bubble and squeak? ›

A great leftover recipe that can be made with any vegetable leftovers. Serve with a poached, fried or scrambled egg and crispy bacon or with poached smoked haddock fillets or grilled trout. Pop them in the freezer at the end of step 4 for a delicious snack on another day.

Why do my bubble and squeak fall apart? ›

Use a floury potato for the mash. The potatoes and vegetables need to be very well drained and the potatoes roughly mashed. Do not add milk etc., if there is too much moisture then the bubble & squeak patties will break apart.

What is the English term bubble and squeak? ›

: a British dish consisting of usually leftover potatoes, greens (such as cabbage), and sometimes meat fried together.

What do the British call bubble and squeak? ›

About Bubble and Squeak

Then there's Rumbledethumps, a Scottish traditional dish that's also named after the apparent sounds the ingredients make in the pan as they fry!

What do they call mashed potatoes in England? ›

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Mashed potato or mashed potatoes (American, Canadian and Australian English), colloquially known as mash (British English), is a dish made by mashing boiled or steamed potatoes, usually with added milk, butter, salt and pepper.

What is the difference between bubble and squeak and champ? ›

Simply put, Champ and Colcannon are essentially boiled potatoes with the addition of Cabbage, in the case of Colcannon, and Onions in the case of Champ. Bubble and squeak is left over potatoes, cabbage and any veg you have left over. Fried in butter or lard. don't use vegi oil if you want a proper bubble and squeak.

What supermarket sells bubble and squeak? ›

Tesco Bubble & Squeak Mash 350G - Tesco Groceries.

What's for dinner if you're ordering the British dish bubble and squeak? ›

Traditionally, bubble and squeak will be eaten on a Monday for lunch or dinner, sometimes with a fried egg on top, and can include a little bacon or leftover meat from the day before. It makes a nice side dish for a meaty dinner, too.

How to flip bubble and squeak? ›

Halfway through the cooking, flip it over using a fish slice, or like a pancake if you're brave. If it breaks don't worry, just push it back together. Let it crisp up on the underside then nick a bit and taste it.

What is bubble and squeak slang for? ›

chatter, small talk [bubble (and squeak) v.].

Can you freeze homemade bubble and squeak? ›

Heat a 5mm depth of oil in a large frying pan and shallow-fry the cakes in 2 batches for 2 mins each side, turning carefully. Drain on kitchen paper and transfer to a baking sheet lined with greaseproof paper. Cool, cover and chill or freeze. Will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.

Why are leftovers called bubble and squeak? ›

The dish's name supposedly derives from the noises made when the ingredients are fried. Similar dishes, also based on fried vegetables, include colcannon (Ireland) and rumbledethumps (Scotland).

What is bubble and squeak drink? ›

Extra dry and crisp Prosecco from Italy. One of the most popular Proseccos across bars and restaurants in the UK.

Does bubble and squeak contain egg? ›

Add the beaten egg to the mashed potato, then mix in the cabbage, spring onions and bacon with the pan juices. Season. Melt the rest of the butter and oil in the frying pan and swirl to cover the surface. Add the potato mixture and level the top, pressing it down lightly.

Is bubble and squeak part of an English breakfast? ›

This is a traditional post-Christmas breakfast dish - but don't wait until then to make this. Excellent if served as part of an English breakfast with bacon and eggs, or as a light supper dish."

Can you buy bubble and squeak? ›

M&S Bubble & Squeak Cakes Frozen | Ocado.

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