10 delicious leftovers recipes from around the world
A hearty and comforting Scottish dish made from leftover roasted meat (often beef or lamb), potatoes, onions, and gravy. It's a classic way to use up Sunday roast leftovers.
A hearty and rustic pan-fried dish from Tyrol, traditionally made with leftover roasted meat (often pork or beef), potatoes, and onions, topped with a fried egg. It's a classic example of Austrian 'Restlessen' (eating leftovers).
A classic British dish made from leftover mashed potatoes and cooked cabbage (or Brussels sprouts), fried until golden and crispy. Traditionally served the day after a Sunday roast, it's a comforting and economical way to use up leftovers.
A popular Danish no-bake treat made from leftover cake or pastry crumbs, mixed with cocoa, rum, and jam, then rolled into balls and coated in sprinkles or coconut. They are dense, rich, and have a distinct rum flavor.
Sillbullar are a traditional Swedish dish, often considered old-fashioned home cooking. These savory patties are made from a mixture of minced herring, cooked meat (often leftovers), and potato, bound together and then fried until golden. They are typically served with a sweet and sour Korintsås (currant sauce) and boiled potatoes. This dish highlights the Swedish tradition of utilizing all available ingredients.
Savory cakes made with flaked white fish, mashed potatoes, and oats, pan-fried until golden brown and crispy. A delicious way to use leftover fish.
Tacu Tacu is a classic Afro-Peruvian dish, a savory cake made from leftover rice and beans, pan-fried until golden and crispy. It's a hearty and flavorful way to transform simple ingredients into a delicious meal, often served for breakfast or as a main course.
A classic Swedish comfort dish, Pyttipanna, meaning 'small pieces in a pan', is a hearty hash made from finely diced leftover cooked potatoes, meat, and onions, fried until golden and crispy, and traditionally topped with a fried egg. Perfect for using up leftovers!
A comforting and aromatic dessert made from stale Danish rye bread (rugbrød), infused with the warm spice of cardamom and enriched with cream and eggs. This dish transforms humble leftovers into a delightful treat, often served with a dollop of whipped cream or a berry compote.
This quick and easy dish transforms leftover salmon and rice into a flavorful meal. It's heated with an ice cube for moisture, then mixed with soy sauce, mayonnaise, and sriracha, and topped with avocado, kimchi, and seaweed.
