WHILE there’s huge emphasis at the moment on eating “clean” and eating the right foods, new data by Google has revealed it’s not all kale smoothies, quinoa salads and chicken and vegetables Brits are craving.
Are Brits searching for healthy food options?The search engine shared the nation’s most popular food searches between January 2015 and May 2016 with Business Insider, and it turns out the UK just can’t resist homely classics, deep fried delicacies and crumbly puddings.
Here’s a countdown of Brit’s most popular food choices.
9. Beef stew
It turns out this quintessentially British dish isn’t just a winter warmer, but an all year round favourite.
It’s popularity could be down to do with he rise of the slow cooker. According to Google, searches for slow cooker recipes in January 2016 were 350 per cent higher than they were in January 2010.
Beef stew is the first on the countdown
8. Flat iron steak
Steak is another British favourite but it seems everyone’s opting for the lean, boneless cut which comes from the animals shoulder.
7. Sweet potato fries
Just a few years ago, the sweet potato made a comeback, being a healthier alternative to regular fries. Searches for sweet potato fries was 12 times higher in January 2016 than it was in January 2010.
6. Soft-boiled egg
Although it’s simple to cook an egg in boiling water, it’s always tricky to get it to the right consistency. So it’s no surprise that one o
No Sunday roast is complete without a Yorkshire pudding
5. Yorkshire pudding
Despite it’s name, the humble Yorkshire pudding is loved all across the country and is essential in any Sunday roast.
4.Sea bass
It can be cooked in a number of ways and cooked with a variety of flavours making it a favourite of fish lovers across the UK.
3. Greek salad
One of the more healthier food searches - this Mediterranean special which includes tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onion, leafy greens and crumbled feta, is one of the most popular exports.
Apple crumble - the nation's favourite dessert?
Perhaps not a dish a lot of people would opt to cook themselves, fish and chips is one of Britain’s iconic meals and finding the best ‘chippy’ is life-long mission of many Brits.
1. Apple crumble
It’s the quick and easy to make, which is one of the reasons why this wholesome dessert is Brits number one search. A rise in popularity with shows like The Great British Bake Off could also account for people’s love for the pudding.
This comes after the arrival of an unusual drink - a .
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