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United Kingdom Cuisine

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73 recipes

Signature United Kingdom Dishes

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Aberdeen Buttered Haddock

A classic Scottish dish from Aberdeen, featuring haddock poached in a rich, buttery sauce infused with herbs and a hint of lemon.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes - 1 hour 45 minutes

Authentic Cornish Pasty

A traditional Cornish pasty, a hearty and portable meal consisting of a rich shortcrust pastry filled with tender beef, potato, swede (rutabaga), and onion, crimped along the side. Originally a miner's lunch.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour

Bangers and Mash

A quintessential British pub classic: juicy, flavorful sausages served atop creamy mashed potatoes, all smothered in a rich, savory onion gravy.

United Kingdom·Easy·40 minutes + chilling time (minimum 2 hours)

Banoffee Pie

A classic British dessert invented in the 1970s, this Banoffee Pie combines a crunchy biscuit base with sweet toffee, fresh bananas, and a generous topping of whipped cream.

United Kingdom·Easy·Overnight + 2 hours

Bara Brith

A traditional Welsh fruit bread, famously soaked in tea, resulting in a moist and flavourful loaf. Often called 'speckled bread' due to the visible fruit.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Battenberg Cake

A classic British Battenberg cake featuring a distinctive checkered pattern of pink and yellow sponge, encased in a sweet marzipan coating. Perfect for afternoon tea or celebrations.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Bedfordshire Clanger

A traditional Bedfordshire dish, the clanger is a suet pastry encased in two distinct sections: one savory and one sweet. Historically, it was a complete meal for farm laborers, providing both a main course and dessert in a single, portable package.

United Kingdom·Hard·4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling and resting)

Beef Wellington

An elegant British classic, this Beef Wellington features a prime beef tenderloin coated in Dijon mustard, encased in a rich mushroom duxelles and savory prosciutto, all wrapped in golden puff pastry and baked to perfection. A true showstopper for any special occasion.

United Kingdom·Easy·30-35 minutes

Bubble and Squeak

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.

United Kingdom·Medium·Approximately 2 hours 50 minutes (including rising)

Chelsea Bun

A classic British spiral bun, generously filled with currants and warm spices, baked to a sticky, sweet perfection. A true taste of London.

United Kingdom·Medium·4 hours 15 minutes (including marinating)

Chicken Tikka Masala

A beloved British Indian curry featuring tender, marinated chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy, and spiced tomato sauce. Often considered Britain's national dish.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Classic Bakewell Tart

A quintessential British almond tart featuring a crisp shortcrust pastry base, a layer of sweet raspberry jam, and a rich, nutty frangipane filling, traditionally from Bakewell, Derbyshire.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes (including soaking)

Classic British Bread and Butter Pudding

A comforting and classic British dessert made from custard-soaked bread, baked until golden and delicious. Perfect for using up stale bread.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Classic British Fish Pie

A comforting and classic British fish pie, featuring a medley of flaky fish in a creamy sauce, topped with a generous layer of fluffy mashed potatoes and baked until golden.

United Kingdom·Easy·37-40 minutes

Classic British Jam Tarts

Delightful and simple jam tarts, a beloved British classic perfect for baking with children. These individual pastry cases are filled with your favorite jam and baked until golden and crisp.

United Kingdom·Easy·35 minutes

Classic British Scones

Fluffy, tender British scones, perfect for a traditional cream tea. Serve with clotted cream and jam.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 15 minutes

Classic British Sunday Roast

A quintessential British Sunday Roast featuring a perfectly roasted joint of beef, crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and fluffy Yorkshire puddings, all brought together with rich gravy. A comforting and traditional meal perfect for family gatherings.

United Kingdom·Medium·2 hours 15 minutes (including rising)

Classic English Muffins

Authentic British breakfast bread, renowned for its signature 'nooks and crannies' perfect for holding melted butter and toppings. Best enjoyed toasted.

United Kingdom·Medium·4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)

Classic English Trifle

A quintessential British layered dessert, featuring cubes of sponge cake soaked in sherry, topped with fruit, rich custard, and whipped cream. A beloved centerpiece for celebrations, especially Christmas.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Classic Fish and Chips

Britain's beloved national dish: flaky, beer-battered cod, fried to a perfect crisp, served alongside golden, double-fried chips. A true taste of British pub culture.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 15 minutes

Classic Steak and Kidney Pie

A hearty and traditional British pub classic, featuring tender chunks of beef and kidney simmered in a rich gravy, all encased in a flaky puff pastry crust.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes plus chilling

Classic Treacle Tart

A quintessential British dessert featuring a sweet, sticky filling of golden syrup and lemon encased in a crisp, buttery shortcrust pastry. This classic tart is beloved for its comforting sweetness and delightful texture.

United Kingdom·Easy·20 minutes

Coronation Chicken

A classic British dish created to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953. This cold chicken salad features tender chicken coated in a creamy, curried mayonnaise with a hint of sweetness from mango chutney and a delightful chew from raisins. Perfect for sandwiches, jacket potatoes, or as part of a buffet.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 25 minutes

Cottage Pie

A hearty and comforting British classic, this Cottage Pie features a rich, savory beef mince filling topped with fluffy mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown. Perfect for a weeknight meal.

United Kingdom·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes (including rising)

Crumpets

Classic British griddle cakes, known for their wonderfully spongy texture and signature honeycomb of holes. Perfect for a comforting tea time treat.

United Kingdom·Easy·55 minutes

Cullen Skink

A rich and creamy Scottish smoked haddock and potato soup, originating from the town of Cullen. This hearty soup is a true taste of Scotland, perfect for a comforting meal.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour

Cumberland Rum Nicky

A traditional sweet tart from Cumbria, Cumberland Rum Nicky is a rich fruit filling, typically made with dates, apricots, and ginger, all soaked in rum, encased in a sweet shortcrust pastry. It's often served with a rum butter sauce.

United Kingdom·Medium·4 hours 30 minutes

Cumbrian Tatie Pot

A hearty and traditional stew from Cumbria, featuring lamb or mutton, black pudding, root vegetables, and potatoes. It's a warming and substantial dish, often made in individual or family-sized portions.

United Kingdom·Easy·30 minutes

Devon Cream Tea Scones

Light and fluffy scones, traditionally served with clotted cream and strawberry jam, embodying the classic Devonshire cream tea experience.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Devonshire Pudding

A delightful steamed pudding originating from Devon, this dish features a light, fluffy sponge cake infused with the subtle sweetness of apple and the warming spice of cinnamon. Often served with custard or cream, it's a comforting and traditional dessert.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Dorset Apple Cake

A moist and flavourful cake from Dorset, packed with apples and warm spices, often with a delightful crunchy sugar topping. It's a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 45 minutes

Dorset Knobs

Dorset Knobs are very hard, spherical, twice-baked bread rolls from Dorset, traditionally made with bread dough, sugar, and butter. They are known for their long shelf life and unique texture, often enjoyed with cheese or dunked in tea.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 15 minutes (plus optional soaking time)

Dundee Cake

A rich and traditional Scottish fruit cake, studded with dried fruits and topped with a distinctive pattern of almonds. Perfect for special occasions.

United Kingdom·Medium·53-55 minutes

Eccles Cake

Flaky, sweet currant pastries originating from Lancashire, England. These individual tart-like pastries are a classic British treat.

United Kingdom·Easy·20 minutes

Eton Mess

A classic British summer dessert featuring a delightful mix of crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful textural and flavour contrast.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Fidget Pie

Fidget Pie, also known as 'fidgety pie', is a traditional savoury pie originating from the Shropshire region of England. It features a unique combination of pork, apples, and potatoes, encased in a pastry crust, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savoury flavours.

United Kingdom·Medium·55-60 minutes

Fish and Chips

A classic British takeaway dish featuring flaky, battered fish and thick-cut, crispy chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and malt vinegar.

United Kingdom·Easy·45 minutes

Full English Breakfast

Britain's legendary fry-up, a hearty and satisfying breakfast featuring a medley of classic components: crispy bacon, juicy sausages, perfectly fried eggs, warm baked beans, sautéed mushrooms and tomatoes, rich black pudding, and golden toast.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Jam Roly-Poly

A classic British steamed pudding, affectionately known as 'dead man's arm' due to its appearance. This comforting dessert features a suet pastry rolled around a generous layer of jam, traditionally served with hot custard.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes (plus at least 4 hours chilling/setting time)

Jellied Eels

A classic East End London delicacy, jellied eels are a traditional dish featuring tender eel pieces suspended in a savory, naturally gelatinous aspic. Often served with traditional pie and mash.

United Kingdom·Easy·50 minutes

Kedgeree

A classic British breakfast dish with flaky smoked fish, fragrant basmati rice, and hard-boiled eggs, subtly spiced with curry powder and enriched with butter. A comforting and flavorful start to the day, originating from British India.

United Kingdom·Easy·12-15 minutes

Lancashire Cheese on Toast

A classic British comfort food, this Lancashire cheese on toast is simple, quick, and utterly delicious. The creamy, slightly tangy Lancashire cheese melts beautifully, creating a golden, bubbly topping on perfectly toasted bread.

United Kingdom·Easy·3 hours 15 minutes

Lancashire Hotpot

A hearty and classic British lamb stew, traditionally from Lancashire, featuring tender lamb simmered in rich stock and topped with a golden, crispy layer of sliced potatoes.

United Kingdom·Medium·Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes (including rising)

Lardy Cake

A rich, sticky, and sweet yeasted cake, traditionally from Wiltshire, featuring layers of lard, sugar, and dried fruit folded into a soft bread dough. The characteristic sticky bottom is a prized element.

United Kingdom·Easy·4 hours 10 minutes (including chilling)

Lemon Posset

A classic British dessert, this Lemon Posset is an incredibly simple yet elegant treat made with just three ingredients: cream, sugar, and lemon. Its smooth, creamy texture and bright citrus flavor make it a perfect light ending to any meal.

United Kingdom·Medium·2 hours 15 minutes

Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese and Caramelised Onion Tart

A savory tart featuring the distinctive, mature flavour of Lincolnshire Poacher cheese, balanced with the deep sweetness of slow-caramelised onions, all encased in a crisp, buttery pastry. This dish is a celebration of regional British produce, perfect as a light lunch, starter, or part of a picnic.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 25 minutes

Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese and Onion Tart

A savory tart featuring the distinctive, mature flavor of Lincolnshire Poacher cheese, combined with sweet caramelized onions, all encased in a crisp pastry. A delightful regional specialty.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes + maturing time (minimum 24 hours, ideally 3-7 days)

Parkin

A traditional sticky, moist, and intensely gingery oat cake from Yorkshire, often associated with Bonfire Night. It improves significantly with age.

United Kingdom·Easy·15 minutes

Ploughman's Lunch

A classic British pub lunch, this hearty and satisfying meal features a selection of mature cheddar cheese, tangy pickle, crusty bread, and fresh accompaniments. It's a simple, no-cook dish perfect for a light meal or picnic.

United Kingdom·Easy·35-38 minutes

Rock Cakes

Classic British 'rock cakes' are rustic, slightly crumbly buns studded with dried fruit, traditionally made with simple ingredients. This recipe is a nod to wartime baking, emphasizing resourcefulness and ease.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Rumbledethumps

Rumbledethumps is a hearty and comforting side dish originating from the Scottish Borders, often served as an accompaniment to meat dishes. It's a delicious mash-up of potatoes, cabbage, and sometimes onions, topped with cheese and baked until golden and bubbly.

United Kingdom·Medium·55 minutes

Scotch Egg

A classic British picnic item, this Scotch Egg features a perfectly cooked egg encased in seasoned sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried to a golden crisp.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 20 minutes

Shepherd's Pie

A classic British comfort food featuring a rich, savory lamb mince filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown. Traditionally made with lamb, a beef version is known as Cottage Pie.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Shepherd's Pie with a Parsnip and Potato Mash

A comforting and hearty shepherd's pie, featuring a rich lamb filling topped with a creamy, slightly sweet parsnip and potato mash.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes

Shepherd's Pie with Lamb and Root Vegetable Mash

A comforting and hearty Shepherd's Pie, featuring a rich lamb and vegetable filling topped with a creamy mash of potatoes and root vegetables.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Shropshire Fidget Pie

A hearty and traditional pie from Shropshire, featuring layers of gammon, apples, and potatoes, encased in a suet pastry. It's known for its satisfying and comforting flavours.

United Kingdom·Easy·48 minutes

Shropshire Soul Cakes

Small, slightly sweet, spiced cakes traditionally made in Shropshire and other parts of England for All Souls' Day (November 2nd). They are often marked with a cross and studded with currants.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 15 minutes

Simnel Cake

A traditional British Easter fruit cake layered with marzipan and decorated with marzipan balls, symbolizing the apostles. Perfect for spring celebrations.

United Kingdom·Easy·2 hours 20 minutes

Spotted Dick

A classic British steamed suet pudding studded with currants, traditionally served with custard. The 'spots' refer to the currants within the pudding.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 25 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes

Stargazy Pie

A traditional Cornish fish pie, famously featuring the heads of the fish poking through the pastry crust, as if gazing at the stars. Originating from the village of Mousehole.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 0 minutes

Sticky Toffee Pudding

A beloved British classic, this Sticky Toffee Pudding features a moist, tender date sponge cake generously drenched in a rich, buttery toffee sauce. Perfect for a comforting dessert.

United Kingdom·Easy·55 minutes

Stilton and Pear Tart

A sophisticated savory tart featuring the distinctive tang of Stilton cheese beautifully complemented by the sweetness of ripe pears. This tart works wonderfully as a light lunch, appetizer, or part of a cheese course.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 50 minutes

Stottie Cakes

Stottie cakes are a traditional, dense, flat bread originating from the North East of England, particularly popular in the Tyneside area. They are known for their chewy texture and are perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoyed with butter.

United Kingdom·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Sussex Pond Pudding

A traditional steamed pudding from Sussex, featuring a suet pastry case encasing a whole lemon, butter, and brown sugar. When cut, the melted butter and sugar create a 'pond' of delicious sauce.

United Kingdom·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Toad in the Hole

A classic British comfort food featuring savory pork sausages baked within a light and airy Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with a rich onion gravy.

United Kingdom·Hard·3 hours

Traditional British Black Pudding

A classic British blood sausage, rich in flavour and texture, made with pork blood, oatmeal, and finely diced pork fat. An essential component of a Full English breakfast.

United Kingdom·Easy·12-14 hours (plus chilling time)

Traditional Clotted Cream

A rich, thick, and luxurious cream, traditionally made in Devon and Cornwall, essential for a classic cream tea served with scones and jam.

United Kingdom·Medium·2 hours

Traditional London Pie and Mash with Liquor

A classic East End London meat pie, served with creamy mashed potatoes and a rich parsley sauce, known as 'liquor'. This hearty dish is a beloved British comfort food.

United Kingdom·Hard·4 hours 30 minutes

Traditional Scottish Haggis

The iconic Scottish national dish, a savory pudding made from sheep's offal (heart, liver, and lungs), mixed with oatmeal, onions, suet, and spices, traditionally encased and cooked within a sheep's stomach. A centerpiece for Burns Night celebrations.

United Kingdom·Easy·50 minutes (plus cooling time)

Victoria Sponge

A quintessential British cake, the Victoria Sponge features two light and airy sponge layers generously filled with sweet strawberry jam and whipped cream, often dusted with powdered sugar. It's a timeless classic, famously named after Queen Victoria.

United Kingdom·Easy·22 minutes

Welsh Rarebit

An elevated British cheese toast featuring a rich, sharp cheddar sauce infused with mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ale, grilled until perfectly bubbling and golden brown.

United Kingdom·Medium·40 minutes

Whitby Scampi in a Basket

A classic seaside dish featuring plump scampi (langoustines and prawns) coated in a light, crispy batter, served in a basket with chips and a tangy tartare sauce. Named after the famous fishing town of Whitby.

United Kingdom·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Yorkshire Curd Tart

A traditional tart from Yorkshire, featuring a sweet shortcrust pastry filled with a creamy mixture of curd cheese, butter, eggs, sugar, dried fruit, and spices, typically nutmeg. It's a rustic dessert, distinct from modern cheesecakes.

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