Full English Breakfast

The Full English Breakfast, often called a 'fry-up', is a substantial cooked meal traditionally from the United Kingdom. Its classic components typically include eggs, bacon, sausages, baked beans, toast, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, and black pudding, all fried or grilled together.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in both fat and protein, providing a significant amount of calories, often ranging from 800 to over 1,200 per serving. It is a dense source of energy and protein, but its high saturated fat and sodium content means it is generally considered an occasional indulgence rather than a daily meal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	850 kcal
Protein	45 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	55 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	2200 mg
Iron	6 mg
Potassium	900 mg
Vitamin B12	4.5 mcg
Vitamin D	2.5 mcg
Selenium	50 mcg
Phosphorus	600 mg
Zinc	7 mg
Niacin (B3)	15 mg

Per 1 plate (approx. 600-700 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it is a iconic symbol of British cuisine, with regional variations across the UK and a strong association with weekend leisure or pub culture. Nutritionally, its unique combination of multiple protein sources and fried components makes it a famously hearty and sustaining meal, often humorously cited as a potential hangover cure.