Yorkshire Pudding Day!
Well, did you know there was such a thing!? Apparently, the first UK Yorkshire Pudding Day was in 2007, and it is now observed annually on the first Sunday of February. This year, it falls this weekend, on Sunday 5th February 2023.
History of the Pudding
The history of Yorkshire puddings can be traced back to the 18th century in the United Kingdom. Originally, it was served as a simple dish made of batter and served as a side dish to fill up the stomach and make the main course of roast meat stretch further. Over time, it evolved into the popular and delicious dish it is today, typically served with roast beef and gravy. Yorkshire pudding is so named because it originated in the county of Yorkshire in northern England. It has since become a staple in British cuisine and is enjoyed by people all across the UK and beyond. Despite its simple ingredients and humble origins, Yorkshire pudding has become a beloved dish that is synonymous with British culture and history.
Fascinating Fact
In 2008, it was deemed necessary that to be called a real Yorkshire Pudding, the pudding must reach a height of 4 inches (just over 10cm)! That sounds like a challenge!
Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
The traditional ingredients of a classic Yorkshire pudding include all-purpose flour, eggs, milk, and salt. The flour is combined with the eggs, milk, and salt to create a batter, which is then poured into a hot pan with melted fat (traditionally beef dripping) and baked until it is puffed and golden.
A vegan or egg free Yorkshire pudding can be made using flour, non-dairy milk, a neutral oil like vegetable oil, and a pinch of salt. The flour provides the structure and substance of the pudding, while the non-dairy milk creates the batter. The oil is used to prevent the pudding from sticking to the pan and to give it a crispy texture. I add ground linseeds as an egg replacer in my recipes although you could also use aquafaba (liquid from a tin of chickpeas) to make them light & fluffy. Extra ingredients like garlic, herbs or spices can be added for extra flavour, or swap out some milk for non-dairy yogurt to give a creamier texture.
A traditional Yorkshire Pudding recipe to a vegan (& egg free) recipe.
- 150 g plain flour
- 250 ml milk (I used oat)
- 3 tablespoons ground linseeds
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- sprinkle of black pepper
- *optional 1/2 teaspoon garlic/onion powder
- *optional 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or dried herbs (thyme, oregano)
- 2-4 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g vegetable)
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Preheat your oven to Gas Mark 7 (220c/430f)
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, ground linseeds, salt, pepper and any optional ingredients (garlic/onion powder/herbs) until well combined and smooth. Set aside for 10-15 minutes.
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Pour a little oil (about 1 teaspoon) into each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin. Place the tin in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the oil is hot and just starting to smoke.
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Carefully remove the tin from the oven and quickly pour the batter into each cup, filling about 2/3 full.
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Return the tin to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puddings are puffed and golden brown.
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Serve the puddings immediately.
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Enjoy!
Serving
Yorkshire puddings are a tasty and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. You can serve them as traditionally intended with a roast dinner, maybe a nut loaf with roast vegetables and gravy (or not). Try them with savoury toppings such as mushrooms and onions, maybe with a bit of cream cheese. Alternatively, you can eat them as a dessert with sweet toppings – try strawberry jam or stewed apples and custard!
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Sharing
I hope you have a go at making your own Yorkshire Puddings! I do love seeing your adaptions and interpretations of my recipes and I’d love to see your pudding photos (4 inches or not)! How will you serve yours? Traditional or quirky?! Please share and tag me @LifeDietHealth or using #LifeDietHealth on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook or Twitter.
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