England doesn't have an officially designated national food. However, there are several dishes widely considered to be iconic and representative of English cuisine.
Popular contenders for the title of "national food" include:
- Roast dinner: This traditional Sunday meal typically features roast beef, lamb, or pork, accompanied by roasted vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, and often mashed potatoes.
- Fish and chips: A classic takeaway dish consisting of deep-fried fish, usually cod or haddock, served with thick-cut chips.
- Shepherd's pie: A hearty and comforting dish made with a layer of mashed potato topping a mixture of ground lamb, vegetables, and gravy.
- Full English breakfast: A substantial breakfast meal often consisting of bacon, eggs, sausage, baked beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, toast, and black pudding.
While these dishes are popular and widely enjoyed, none hold official status as the national food of England.
