Full breakfast

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

(Redirected from Full Irish Breakfast)

Error creating thumbnail:
Full English breakfast
Error creating thumbnail:
Alex Cafe, Islington - geograph.org.uk - 453902
Error creating thumbnail:
Set breakfast (1) - Café Belchers
Error creating thumbnail:
Full irish breakfast 55
Error creating thumbnail:
Full Ulster fry
Scottish breakfast
Full breakfast
Alternative namesFry-up
CourseBreakfast
Place of originUnited Kingdom, Ireland
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredientsBacon, eggs, sausages, black pudding, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, toast
VariationsFull English, Full Irish, Full Scottish, Full Welsh, Ulster Fry


A full breakfast is a substantial cooked breakfast meal, often referred to as a fry-up. It is a traditional dish in the United Kingdom and Ireland, typically consisting of several fried foods. The meal is popular in various forms across the British Isles and is often considered a staple of British and Irish cuisine.

Components[edit | edit source]

A full breakfast usually includes:

Additional items may include hash browns, white pudding, potato bread, and soda bread.

Variations[edit | edit source]

There are several regional variations of the full breakfast:

Full English[edit | edit source]

The Full English breakfast typically includes bacon, eggs, sausages, black pudding, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, and toast. It is often accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee.

Full Irish[edit | edit source]

The Full Irish breakfast is similar to the Full English but may include white pudding, soda bread, and potato bread.

Full Scottish[edit | edit source]

The Full Scottish breakfast often includes haggis, tattie scones, and sometimes oatcakes in addition to the standard components.

Full Welsh[edit | edit source]

The Full Welsh breakfast may feature laverbread (a type of seaweed), cockles, and Welsh sausages.

Ulster Fry[edit | edit source]

The Ulster Fry is a variation from Northern Ireland that typically includes soda bread and potato bread.

Cultural Significance[edit | edit source]

The full breakfast is not only a popular meal but also a cultural icon in the UK and Ireland. It is often associated with hospitality and is a common feature in bed and breakfast establishments. The meal is also celebrated in literature and media, symbolizing comfort and tradition.

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD