Top 5 English Potato Dishes

Triple cooked chips is an English dish created by chef Heston Blumenthal, who first started developing the recipe in 1992. Potato chips are first simmered, then cooled, drained, and freezed. Later on, the chips are deep-fried at a precise temperature and cooled, then deep-fried one more time. The resulting potato chips have a crunchy, glass-like crust, while the interior is fluffy and soft. This innovative dish was first served at Blumenthal's restaurant The Fat Duck in 1995, and nowadays triple-cooked chips are a standard item in many other English restaurants. And although you might think that it's a good idea to make these crispy snacks at home, British firefighters suggest visiting local chip shops instead of making posh chips in your kitchen due to recent surges in chip pan fires because the risk of fire is increased when food is fried more than once.Expand

Baked potato is a whole potato baked in the oven until the inside becomes soft and the skin turns crispy. The most commonly used potatoes for baking are russet potatoes, known for their high starch content, which results in a fluffy interior when baked. The potato is first cleaned thoroughly to remove any dirt. Some people prick the potato with a fork or knife to allow steam to escape during baking, which helps prevent it from bursting. The potato is then baked in the oven at a high temperature, usually around 400°F (200°C), for about an hour. The baking process creates a soft, fluffy interior and a crispy, flavorful skin. After baking, the potato is often split open and served with various toppings. Popular toppings include butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon bits, and chives, but more elaborate options like chili, sautéed vegetables, or pulled pork can also be used. This dish can be both a side and a main course, and in recent years it has become a popular street food option.Expand

Bubble and squeak is a traditional dish consisting of potatoes and green vegetables. Originally, cabbage was used as the main vegetable, but modern cooks might use Brussels sprouts or any other kind of vegetables along with potatoes. The combination of potatoes and vegetables is mashed together, fried, and traditionally served alongside cold meats. The potatoes used in the dish are often leftovers from a Sunday roast. The earliest mention of the dish is found in an 1806 cookbook by Maria Eliza Ketelby Rundell. Bubble and squeak peaked in popularity during World War II, when food was scarce. The name of the dish refers to the noises it makes while it is frying in the pan, although some say that it refers to unusual stomach noises after its consumption.Expand

Savoury pattie is a traditional snack that's common in towns such as Hartlepool, Kingston upon Hull, Wirral, Liverpool, North Tyneside, Kirkwall, and Thurso. It consists of mashed potatoes that are seasoned with sage and onions, and the mixture is battered and deep-fried in hot oil. In fish and chips shops, savoury pattie is often consumed as an inexpensive replacement for fish, when paired with chips. There are a few savoury pattie variations, with added corned beef or cheese, but they aren't as popular as the original savoury pattie. Although these patties can be of various shapes, they're usually round or rectangular.Expand

Pan haggerty is a traditional dish originating from Northumberland, but it’s enjoyed throughout the United Kingdom in numerous variations. The dish is usually prepared with a combination of sliced potatoes, onions, butter, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. The potato and onion slices are layered in a baking dish, dotted with butter, and seasoned with salt and pepper. The dish is covered and baked until the potatoes and onions become tender. It is then uncovered, sprinkled with the cheese, and baked again until the cheese becomes lightly browned. Once done, pan haggerty is left to cool slightly, and it’s then served while still warm. It is believed that the name of the dish is an English pronunciation of a Celtic or French name. Pan haggerty is especially popular as comfort food on cold and rainy days.Expand