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Traditional British recipes for British Food Fortnight
Sunday 16th September marks the start of British Food Fortnight, a two-week celebration of the diverse and delicious food produced in the UK.
Now in its 22nd year, the event raises awareness of the many benefits of eating locally-grown, seasonal produce.
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To help you get into the spirit of British Food Fortnight, we’ve collated five traditional British recipes that can be made using local ingredients.
From classic desserts to snacks, sandwiches and main dishes, there’s truly something for everyone. Let’s dive in!
Maple bacon breakfast bun
Quick, simple and delicious – when it comes to British breakfasts, there are few dishes as iconic as a bacon roll.
Our breakfast bun sees crispy rashers of maple-glazed bacon topped with a runny fried egg and encased in a toasted brioche bun.
The sweetness of pure maple syrup perfectly complements the savoury notes of bacon, lending a touch of indulgence to the dish.
As the bacon cooks in the oven, get set for the day ahead by popping on the kettle and fixing up a cup of coffee.
Finally, spread ketchup over the toasted buns, pierce the yolk and drop one more dollop of ketchup on the egg ahead of serving.
Salmon and cucumber sandwiches
Follow up breakfast with an equally impressive lunch, courtesy of these salmon and cucumber sandwiches.
Key to this recipe is the maple glaze, made with star anise, pure maple syrup and speciality maple vinegar.
This deliciously sweet mix is used to pickle the cucumbers and is also brushed onto the slices of smoked salmon ahead of serving.
Extra flavour is provided by the subtly spiced mayonnaise, enriched with mango chutney and mild curry powder.
The subtle curry notes within the sauce balance beautifully with the sweet, smoky salmon and tangy crunch of the cucumber.
Maple and pecan flapjacks
As British snacks go, things don’t get much better than flapjacks. These maple syrup flapjacks take things up a notch by incorporating white chocolate, toasted pecans and pure maple syrup.
The batter is made by heating butter, maple syrup and cinnamon with rolled oats and shelled pecans to form a sticky consistency.
A few minutes before the flapjacks are ready, prepare the drizzle topping by mixing melted chocolate together with some more maple syrup.
The finished product is a true delight, with the nutty crunch of the pecans blending seamlessly with the smoothness and rich flavour of the drizzle topping.
The best thing about the recipe is that it’s incredibly easy to follow and can be made from start to finish in under an hour.
Maple lamb pie
Nothing says classic British comfort food like a hearty pie, stuffed with vegetables and tender chunks of meat.
Our lamb pie recipe sees lamb, carrots and potatoes slow-cooked in a red wine and maple syrup sauce.
Once the filling has been tenderised and left to cool, it’s time to transfer the ingredients to the puff pastry dough ready for baking.
The aroma of the pie as it bakes in the oven is almost as good as it tastes. Every bite brings that sense of warmth and comfort unique to a homemade pie.
There are two options for preparing this recipe – one easy and one hard – so there are no excuses not to give it a go!
British summer fruit trifle with maple
Round out your tour of classic British foods with a traditional English trifle, a dessert that captures the essence of British summer in all its splendour.
Enriched with Canadian maple syrup, this fruit trifle recipe features several layers of sponge, custard, flavoured jelly, fresh fruit and whipped cream.
The natural sweetness of the berries is further enhanced by the delicate drizzle of maple syrup, while the whipped cream crowns the dessert with a touch of elegance.
If you’re preparing this dessert for a big occasion, it’s best to make the trifle the day before to allow all the flavours to infuse.
Enjoy eating British!
We’ve barely scratched the surface of British cuisine in this blog – there are so many more delicious, traditional recipes waiting to be discovered!
Looking for more tasty recipes from the UK and around the world? Make sure to check out our other maple syrup recipes!
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