There's a lot to be said about British cuisine. Some find it rich and hearty, perfect for stuffing one's face with to have their fill and leave the dinner table feeling more satisfied than ever. Others, however, find it stale, lacking in flavor in many ways. Whichever you think of British food in general, you can't deny that some are incredibly delicious. Especially those served for breakfast. A nine British breakfast consists of many exciting dishes and delicacies you won't ever get to taste anywhere else. Here are some you might want to know about and maybe even have for breakfast the next morning!
English Breakfast
If you've watched the viral
Vogue video of
Florence Pugh's mukbang of British dishes, you'll know that an English breakfast is the best way to get over a hangover. But even if you didn't go drinking the night before. starting the day off with this hearty breakfast will prove great either way. A classic English breakfast, according to the actress, includes tomato, beans, English sausage, egg, bacon, and black pudding. Now, what's black pudding, you ask? It's a traditional English delicacy made out of pork fat or beef blood. Its spiciness balances the savory flavors all together.
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Ulster Fry
Another version of the English breakfast is Ulster Fry, which comes all the way from Northern Ireland. In fact, it's even become the most popular dish to ever come from the British territory. Just like its English counterpart, an Ulster Fry consists of various delectable such as sausage, tomato, egg, beans, and bacon. Finished off with soda farls and potato bread, it's a treat for all the senses. Imagine waking up in the
English countryside and having this hearty dish served to you right off the bat? You'll instantly wake up and feel fully refreshed after your meal!
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Crumpets
If you thought crumpets were only good for tea time, think again. This versatile pastry is good for any meal of the day, especially during breakfast. Firstly, they're easy to make. if you're living on your own, cooking up a batch of crumpets is easy enough to do even when you're still feeling a bit groggy. Second, you can spread all sorts of flavors on them, ranging from sweet to savory. Whether you're leaning towards one or the other, the sky's the limit with crumpets. Though the pastry is attributed to the Victorian era, it remains a British cuisine mainstay, one you can
find in London and the rest of the UK.
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Eggy Bread
Its name alone sounds pretty weird, doesn't it? 'Eggy Bread.' Doesn't just mean you simply put an egg, be it sunnyside or scrambled, on your toast and you're good to go? Well, not exactly! 'Eggy Bread' is essentially the British version of French toast, wherein you soften slices of bread with, of course, egg, as well as milk and butter. The main difference between the two is that the former is more savory while the latter is sweeter. Nevertheless, you can always add a dash of cinnamon or maple syrup to sweeten up your Eggy Bread in the morning.
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Scottish Porridge
Probably the healthiest option on this list, Scottish Porridge is a popular breakfast option in, you guessed it Scotland! The country has long been known for its cereal crops, particularly grains, since the Middle Ages. So it makes sense that porridge, which is made of grains, has become a breakfast mainstay in their local cuisine. Eventually, since Scotland remains under the United Kingdom, the dish's popularity spread out throughout the other territories within Great Britain. As already mentioned, it helps that it's a healthy option, chock-full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's also versatile, wherein a pinch of salt can turn it savory while topping it with fruit brings out a certain sweetness.
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Kippers
The Brits are known for their fish & chops,
especially in London, but there's another type of fish that mostly works for breakfast: Kippers. This British breakfast dish consists of a sliced and gutted smoked herring that's salted to perfection. Created in 1843 by notable fish processor John Woodger, it eventually became a popular breakfast option in the 19th and 20th centuries. Although the process of smoking the herring takes time, it actually has a lot of benefits, most of which are nutritional. Nowadays, you can enjoy it with toast, omelet, all buttered up, and more!
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Kedgeree
You can't have a list of delicious British breakfast food without mentioning Kedgeree! This Indian-influenced rice dish consists of smoked fish, hard-boiled eggs, and curry-spiced rice. It's a savory treat that often ventures into a spicy territory, a world away from the sweeter options that most Western breakfast dishes are known for. In many ways, it's even regarded as the British version of
khichdi, a spicy Indian rice dish with lentils and other herbs. Of course, since English palettes aren't used to the spices from the south, Kedgeree is a lot more toned-down in terms of its spiciness.
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Who said British cuisine is boring? The popular breakfast dishes from this country alone prove that the UK has a lot more to offer when it comes to its culinary prowess. From the sweet to the savory, these mainstays make for a great way to perk yourself up in the morning!
Won't these British breakfast food taste even better when you have them in your
luxury home here? That'd make for a great start to your morning, that's for sure!
