The King Rib is an item of food commonly served in

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shops in Scotland and Northern England. Despite its name, it is actually a sweetened

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of minced

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that is fried or

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and often available as a "supper" combination meal, i.e. with chips. It is popular in Scotland to purchase a single king rib along with two buttered rolls, splitting the rib accordingly.

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Pork dishes Scottish cuisine Deep fried foods {{meat-stub

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