Gateshead Bacon Floddies

Crispy, savory, and deeply comforting, Gateshead Bacon Floddies are a traditional British dish with a modern twist. These golden potato pancakes are elevated by the rich flavor of fried streaky bacon, perfectly crisped and folded into a simple batter of grated potatoes, flour, egg, and milk. Quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a satisfying way to transform humble pantry staples into a hearty meal. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, each floddie is pan-fried to perfection, achieving a beautifully crunchy exterior that contrasts with a tender, flavorful interior. Serve these floddies hot, garnished with fresh parsley, or top with a fried egg for a complete and filling breakfast, brunch, or dinner that’s guaranteed to impress. Tags: traditional British recipe, potato pancakes, bacon floddies, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Potatoes
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 large Egg
• 75 milliliters Milk
• 6 rashers Streaky bacon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible into the sink or a bowl.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, flour, egg, milk, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Roughly chop the bacon rashers into small pieces and fry them in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Add the cooked bacon pieces to the potato mixture and stir to evenly distribute.

Step 5

Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, spoon a ladleful of the potato and bacon mixture into the pan, flattening it slightly to form a round pancake shape. Cook 2-3 floddies at a time, depending on the size of your pan.

Step 6

Fry each floddie for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked floddies to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the pan as needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or accompanied by a fried egg on top for a heartier meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	879.5 grams (879.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1827

Total Fat 102.50g	131%
Saturated Fat 26.90g	135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.40g
Cholesterol 375mg	125%
Sodium 3891mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 151.40g	55%
Dietary Fiber 12.70g	45%
Total Sugars 9.90g
Protein 77.80g	156%

Vitamin D 112IU	559%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 3683mg	78%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 32.9%