Bubble and squeak

Bubble and squeak is a cherished British breakfast dish that dates back to the 19th century. Originally, it included meat, but these days, it's usually made by pan-frying leftover vegetables, particularly potatoes and cabbage, from a Sunday roast. The whimsical name "bubble and squeak" comes from the sounds the cabbage makes while cooking.

Frequently, bubble and squeak is enjoyed with cold meat and condiments like pickles or brown sauce. It can also be part of a full English breakfast. This dish gained popularity as an ingenious way to use up leftovers, and it has since become a staple in British cuisine. In fact, you can now find ready-made versions in stores.

Interestingly, many other regions have their own versions of this dish. For example, there's Panackelty from North East England; Rumbledethumps, stovies, and clapshot from Scotland; Colcannon and champ from Ireland; Stoemp from Belgium; Calentado from Colombia; and Biksemad from Denmark. Similar dishes can also be found in Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, the United States, India, and many other countries.