Classic Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding – A British comfort meal

Classic Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding – A British Comfort Meal

A Sunday Roast is a beloved British tradition, featuring roasted meat, crispy roast potatoes, vegetables, rich gravy, and the iconic Yorkshire Pudding. This comforting meal is a staple in British households, often enjoyed as a weekend family feast. Whether it’s roast beef with horseradish, roast lamb with mint sauce, or roast chicken with stuffing, the meal is always served with fluffy Yorkshire puddings, enhancing the dining experience.

A Global Tradition: The Many Names of Sunday Roast

The Sunday Roast is a deeply rooted tradition in Britain, but similar meals exist worldwide under different names:

• United Kingdom & Ireland: Sunday Roast (England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland)
• France: Pot-au-Feu, Rôti Dominical
• Germany & Austria: Schweinebraten (Pork Roast), Rinderbraten (Beef Roast)
• United States & Canada: Roast Dinner, Thanksgiving Dinner
• Australia & New Zealand: Sunday Roast (similar to British tradition)
• South Africa: Boerekos (Afrikaner-style roast meal)

Each version includes variations in meat, seasonings, and side dishes, reflecting local culinary traditions.

Recipe Overview (Quick Facts Section)

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Calories per Serving: 750 kcal
• Cooking Difficulty: Moderate
• Lifestyle Suitability: High-Protein, Comfort Food, Traditional British Cuisine
• Popular In: United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa

Detailed Description:

A Sunday Roast is the heart of British culinary tradition, enjoyed as a weekly family meal. This dish consists of succulent roast beef, fluffy Yorkshire puddings, crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables (such as carrots, parsnips, and peas), and a rich homemade gravy.

Each component of the meal complements the others perfectly—the tender, juicy meat is balanced by the crispy Yorkshire pudding, and the vegetables add freshness and color. The roast is typically seasoned with herbs like rosemary and thyme to enhance its depth of flavor.

This timeless British dish has variations across the world, with different meats, gravies, and side dishes adapted to local tastes. Whether enjoyed in a cozy pub or at home with loved ones, the Classic Sunday Roast is a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients (Serving for 4 People)

✅ For the Roast Meat:

✔ 1.5 kg beef (ribeye, sirloin, or topside) → [Shop Roast Beef]
✔ 2 tbsp olive oil
✔ 2 tsp salt
✔ 1 tsp black pepper
✔ 1 tsp dried thyme
✔ 2 garlic cloves, minced
✔ 1 onion, halved
✔ 2 carrots, chopped
✔ 1 cup beef stock

✅ For the Roast Potatoes:

✔ 800g potatoes, peeled & cut into chunks → [Shop Potatoes]
✔ 3 tbsp goose fat or vegetable oil
✔ ½ tsp salt
✔ ½ tsp black pepper

✅ For the Yorkshire Pudding:

✔ 120g plain flour → [Shop Flour]
✔ 2 large eggs
✔ 150ml whole milk
✔ ½ tsp salt
✔ 3 tbsp vegetable oil

✅ For the Gravy:

✔ Pan drippings from roasted meat
✔ 1 tbsp flour
✔ 1 cup beef stock
✔ ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
✔ Salt & pepper to taste

✅ For the Vegetables:

✔ 200g carrots, sliced
✔ 200g green beans
✔ 1 tbsp butter
✔ ½ tsp salt

List of Utensils Required

• Roasting tray
• Oven-proof dish (for Yorkshire puddings)
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Saucepan (for gravy)
• Baking tray (for potatoes)

Nutritional Information (Per Serving & Per 100g)

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F). Rub the beef with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic. Place the beef in a roasting tray with onion and carrots. Roast for 20 minutes at 220°C, then reduce to 180°C (350°F) and roast for 1 hour, basting occasionally. Remove the beef and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Step 2: Boil potatoes for 5 minutes, then drain and shake in a colander to fluff up the edges. Heat goose fat in a baking tray at 200°C (390°F). Add potatoes, coat them in the fat, and roast for 40 minutes, turning occasionally.

Step 3: In a bowl, whisk flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth. Preheat an oven-proof dish with hot oil at 220°C. Pour in the batter and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and risen.

Step 4: Place the roasting tray with drippings on the stovetop. Stir in flour, then gradually add beef stock and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes, then strain into a jug.

Step 5: Steam or boil carrots and green beans for 5 minutes. Toss with butter and salt before serving.

Step 6: Arrange everything on a plate: slices of beef, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, vegetables, and rich gravy. Enjoy your British Sunday Roast!

Explore Related Categories & Subcategories

✔ British Cuisine 
✔ Sunday Roast Essentials 
✔ Yorkshire Pudding & Baking
✔ Vegetables & Side Dishes 
✔ Sauces & Gravies

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