Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding For 2​

This classic Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2 is made with fresh egg, plain flour, and milk. The result is a crisp, golden, and airy side dish that is perfect for a small roast dinner. It makes a perfect dinner for two people.

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Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2 Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 50g plain flour
• 4 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp sunflower oil (for cooking)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

How To Make Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2

1. Mix the egg and flour: Pour the flour into a small jug or mixing bowl. Add the egg and beat them together until the mixture is smooth.
2. Add the milk: Gradually add the milk, one tablespoon at a time. Whisk well after each splash to ensure the batter is completely free of lumps. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Rest the batter (Optional): You can cook this immediately, or let it stand at room temperature for 1 hour. You can also cover it and chill it in the fridge for up to 4 hours.
4. Preheat the oven: Heat your oven to 230°C (450°F), 210°C fan, or Gas Mark 8.
5. Heat the oil: Divide the sunflower oil evenly between two holes of a Yorkshire pudding tin (or four holes of a muffin tin). Place the tin in the oven to heat up.
6. Pour and bake: Once the oil is very hot, carefully pour the batter evenly into the holes. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Do not open the oven door while they cook.
7. Serve: Remove from the oven once the puddings have puffed up and turned golden brown. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t Open the Oven: This is the most important rule. Opening the door lets cool air in, which can cause the puddings to deflate instantly. Keep the door closed for the full cooking time.
• Gradual Mixing: Adding the milk slowly helps prevent lumps. If you dump all the milk in at once, it is much harder to whisk the flour smooth.
• Hot Oil is Key: The oil must be sizzling hot when the batter hits it. This creates steam that pushes the batter up, giving you a tall, airy pudding.
• Use a Jug: Mixing the batter in a jug makes it much easier to pour into the hot tin quickly and safely.

What To Serve Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2

These Yorkshire puddings are designed for a roast dinner. Serve them with roast beef, roast chicken, or sausages for “toad in the hole.”

They are delicious when filled with rich onion gravy. You can also serve them with classic sides like mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, or steamed broccoli. For a simple supper, you can even eat them on their own with just gravy.

How To Store Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2 Leftovers

• Refrigerate: These are best eaten fresh, but you can store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Freeze: Once completely cool, place them in a freezer bag. They will keep frozen for up to a month. Reheat from frozen in a hot oven for a few minutes to crisp them up.

Delia Smith Yorkshire Pudding for 2 Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 pudding (half the recipe)

• Calories: 165 kcal
• Total Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sodium: 60mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 18g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 6g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I double this recipe? Yes, you can easily double the ingredients to make enough for four people. Just make sure you use a tin with enough holes or bake in two batches.
• Why are my puddings flat? Flat puddings usually happen because the oven wasn’t hot enough or the oil wasn’t hot enough when you poured the batter. It can also happen if you opened the oven door too early.
• What if I don’t have a Yorkshire pudding tin? You can use a standard muffin tin. If you use a muffin tin, divide the oil and batter between four holes instead of two, as muffin cups are usually smaller.

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