Ukrainian Inspired English Breakfast

A Ukrainian inspired twist on the classic English Breakfast, combining crispy deruny potato pancakes, creamy white beans, smoked sausage and traditional rye bread. Enjoy this comforting fusion of flavours alongside a bold cup of English Breakfast Tea.

Ukrainian Inspired English Breakfast

English Breakfast Tea Pairing

Difficulty

Easy

Time to Make

30 minutes

Blend

English Breakfast

FEATURED TEA

English Breakfast

To make this blend, our Tea Masters balance malty Indian Assam with brisk Ceylon and bright Kenyan teas. We use a high proportion of second flush Assam (leaves picked at the peak of their quality) to create an invigorating brew full of rich, comforting flavours.

Picture is of English Breakfast Tea

INGREDIENTS

Kolocheni Fasoli (Mashed White Beans)

  • ½ tin white beans
  • ½ garlic clove
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Deruny (Potato Pancakes)

  • 1 large potato, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • Salt, to taste
  • Oil for frying

To Serve

  • Smoked Ukrainian sausage
  • Pickled cucumber
  • Rye bread
  • 1 boiled egg

 

Method

Step 1: Make the Kolocheni Fasoli

  1. Blend the white beans, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a saucepan and warm gently before serving.

Step 2: Prepare the Deruny

  1. Squeeze as much water as possible from the grated potato.
  2. Mix with the egg, flour and a pinch of salt.
  3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan and flatten slightly.
  5. Fry until golden and crisp on both sides.

Step 3: Assemble and Serve

  1. Serve the warm deruny alongside the mashed white beans.
  2. Add slices of smoked Ukrainian sausage, pickled cucumber, rye bread and a boiled egg.
  3. Enjoy with a cup of English Breakfast Tea for a satisfying Ukrainian-inspired breakfast.