Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bubble-and-squeak
Noun
/ˌbʌb.əl.ənˈskwiːk/
Definition
A dish made from leftover vegetables, especially potatoes and cabbage, that are fried together until crisp.
Examples
- For breakfast, she made bubble-and-squeak with last night’s dinner leftovers.
- At the café, the bubble-and-squeak was served with a poached egg on top.
Meaning
Bubble-and-squeak refers to a traditional British dish typically prepared from leftover cooked vegetables. It is often associated with using vegetables such as potatoes or cabbage, which are fried together to create a crispy texture. The name comes from the sounds the ingredients make while cooking in the pan.
Synonyms
- Leftover hash
- Vegetable pancake
