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Bubble and Squeak Cakes

A traditional British dish made from leftover vegetables, mashed and fried into crispy cakes. A great way to use up leftovers!

35m4 servings
Contains dairyPEANUT-free
200 cal|5g protein|25g carbs|8g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 400 g Cooked Potatoes
  • 200 g Cooked Cabbage
  • 100 g Cooked Carrots
  • 100 g Cooked Brussels Sprouts
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine the 400 g of cooked potatoes (mashed), 200 g of cooked cabbage (shredded), 100 g of cooked carrots (diced), and 100 g of cooked Brussels sprouts (chopped).
  2. 2Add the 1/4 tsp of salt and the 1/4 tsp of black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together thoroughly until it is well combined.
  3. 3Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small cake, about 2.54 cm thick.
  4. 4Place a 30.48 cm skillet over medium heat, which is about 163°C. Add the 2 tbsp of butter to the skillet and let it melt completely.
  5. 5Carefully place the shaped cakes into the hot skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes on the first side, until they are golden brown and crispy. Flip the cakes and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes on the second side, until they are also golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6Remove the Bubble and Squeak Cakes from the skillet and serve them hot.

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