Planning A Coronation Feast? These Are The Recipes You Need (2024)

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A royal Coronation is a brilliant excuse to cook up a storm inspired by the best of British food for friends and family, whether that's a sophisticated Coronation-themed dinner party, summery picnic or afternoon tea.

If you're looking for recipes to cook to celebrate the Coronation, then boy have we got a selection for you. For those prepping for a street party we've got a classic Egg Salad Sandwich recipe and the ultimate recipe for Scones. If a get-together family-style around the dinner table is more your thing, a classic Roast Chicken with Salt And Vinegar Roast Potatoes never goes amiss, and followed by a Rhubarb Crumble or Lemon Meringue Pie it's a winning combo.

Watching the King's Coronation from your sofa? No probs. A Fish Finger Sandwich or Steak Sandwich is exactly what you need.

For this and even more Coronation recipe inspo, keep scrolling for 30 recipe ideas for the big day.

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Coronation Chicken

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First made for the Coronation of Elizabeth II, this dish has made itself a British classic, and nothing could be more fitting for a Coronation party dish.

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Scones

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C'mon, is there anything more quintessentially British than a scone with clotted cream and jam? These sultana scones are mega easy to whip up and they're perfect for feeding a crowd.

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Coronation Chicken Loaded Potato Skins

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Give the classic British summer party food a modern twist by stuffing it inside crispy potato skins. The perfect snack while watching the Coronation on telly.

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Beef Wellington Bites

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The classic beef welly, but in bite-size form. Cute, fun and very on-brand for a Coronation feast.

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Egg Salad Sandwich

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An egg mayo sarnie is always welcome at a tea party. It's a crowd-pleaser and super easy to put together. Win win.

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Scotch Egg

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A pub and picnic icon, Scotch eggs are ten times better when you make them yourself, we promise.

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Lemon Meringue Pie

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It's zesty, sweet, show-stopping and even looks a bit like a crown, right?

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Cheese Straws

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Dip them in hummus, salsa or whatever you like. These cheese straws are super flexible, easy to make and seriously moreish.

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Welsh Cakes

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Before he became King, Charles was know as the Prince of Wales, so what could be more fitting than a batch of Welsh cakes?

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Fried Mashed Potato Balls

A mini modern take on Great British mash, these little snack-sized balls make a great canapé at a Coronation dinner party.

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Steak And Kidney Pie

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If you're cooking for a crowd to celebrate the Coronation, this pie recipe is just the thing to serve.

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Rhubarb Crumble

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As the recipe says, this crumble is fit for a King! Plus rhubarb is in season right now, so make the most of it while it lasts.

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Roast Chicken

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Everyone loves a roast chicken, and this recipe is the only one you'll ever need. Serve alongside roasties and loads of fresh greens.

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Steak Sandwich

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The King of sandwiches: tender steak, red onions, mustard, rocket. Yum.

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Salmon En Croûte

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OK, we know this isn't exactly a British classic, but it's a brilliant dinner party centrepiece and the filo pastry gives this recipe a healthy twist you'll love.

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Pimm's Eton Mess

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Pimm's just tastes like British summertime, doesn't it? These little dessert pots are just the thing to end a dinner party, or serve as part of a an afternoon tea.

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Fish Finger Sandwich

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Planning a sofa session to watch the proceedings? This ultimate fish finger sanger is exactly what's needed.

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Courgette Salad

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It might seem simple, but this salad really packs a punch with its goat's cheese topping and crunchy pumpkin seed dressing. It makes the ultimate side for a dinner party or picnic.

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Beer Battered Fish

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Chippy tea anyone? It's a little more effort, but making your own is soo worth it, especially for a big celebration.

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Potato Salad

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If the weather's good for the big day, a BBQ calls for potato salad. If it's not, it makes a great summery side for a roast chicken or part of a buffet spread.

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