I grew up eating these, but don’t know why they aren’t made anymore

Yorkshire Pudding is a classic British side dish known for its airy, crispy exterior and light, fluffy interior. It’s traditionally served with roast beef and gravy, but it can also complement other hearty meals.

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Ingredients:

Ingredients for the Yorkshire Pudding Batter:

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Ingredient Quantity
Eggs 4
All-purpose flour 150 g (about 1 cup plus 2 teaspoons)
Whole milk 175 g (about 3/4 cup)
Water 25 g (about 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons)
Kosher salt 2 g (about 1/2 teaspoon)

Ingredients for Cooking:

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Ingredient Quantity
Beef drippings, lard, shortening, or vegetable oil 100 ml (about 1/2 cup)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Batter:

    • Whisk eggs in a large mixing bowl until frothy.
    • Gradually add flour and salt, whisking continuously.
    • Slowly pour in milk and water, whisking until smooth.
    • Let batter rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat and Prepare:

    • Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
    • Place Yorkshire pudding tin or 12-cup muffin tin in the oven to heat up with a small amount of oil or fat in each cup.
  3. Bake the Yorkshire Puddings:

    • Carefully remove hot tin from oven and evenly distribute beef drippings, lard, shortening, or vegetable oil into each cup.
    • Quickly pour batter into hot tins, filling each cup about halfway.
    • Place tin back into oven immediately and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed up, golden brown, and crispy.
  4. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Remove Yorkshire puddings from tin and serve immediately while hot and crisp.
    • Traditionally served alongside roast beef and gravy.

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