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Nutritional Values
850kcal
42gProtein
50gCarbs
52gFat
8gFibre
450 gServing
* Per serving · 450 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
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Sunday Roast
How to order / say it
Say it
Sunday Roast — [sun-day roast]
Order
I'd like the Sunday roast, please.
Say locally
Traditional British meal of roasted meat and vegetables.
Why try it?
A key part of British culinary heritage, inviting families to gather and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors associated with Sunday traditions.
How it tastes
Savory roasted meat with crispy edges paired with soft, seasoned vegetables and a rich gravy, creating a harmonious balance.
Origin & History — first documented: 1400
Dating back to the 15th century, the Sunday roast is rooted in British tradition as a wholesome family meal served after church services.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g beef joint
- 🥕 300 g potatoes
- 🥕 200 g carrots
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🥣 200 ml gravy
- 🫒 50 ml oil
- 🌿 1 sprig rosemary
Method
- 1 Season the beef joint and roast in a preheated oven.
- 2 Roast potatoes and carrots in oil with rosemary.
- 3 Prepare gravy using meat drippings and stock.
- 4 Serve the meat sliced, with vegetables and gravy.
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