13 Foods Kate Middleton Absolutely Loves

Kate Middleton is famous for being a part of the British royal family. Fans all over the world follow Kate's fashion choices, her philanthropic efforts, and even her parenting style. Although all of these things may seem like fairly normal events in a person's life, because Middleton is a royal, they are subjects of fascination. Not only are fans of the British family interested in familial events such as weddings and the births of new children, they are also intrigued by everyday matters like what the family eats — and Middleton is no exception.

Thanks to the nearly endless flow of reporting on the royals, we have several reports of the Princess of Wales's favorite foods. We know that what Middleton eats in a day is focused on health and nutrition. She appears to enjoy vegetable-filled smoothies, healthy snacks like popcorn, plant-based curry, and raw fish. Some of these meals are shared with her family, while some appear to be enjoyed alone. A few dishes are prepared by Middleton, but we also know that she has access to private cooks as part of the royal family. If you're curious to know some of the real princess' most beloved treats, read on.

The Princess of Wales also is said to enjoy sushi. As Elle explains, the public learned about this love when she attended an event with her husband Prince William at a Japanese cultural center. The facility, called Japan House, is home to a Japanese eatery called Akira Restaurant. During the event, Prince William sampled some of the restaurant's specialties and told the executive chef that he and Kate loved sushi.

If you haven't had sushi and want to try this favorite food of Middleton's, your best bet might be to purchase it from a restaurant. One form you're likely to come across is maki sushi. There are seafood rolls filled with a layer of rice and an assortment of fillings — typically raw seafood and other ingredients. It's then sliced into the iconic round bites to show off the colorful fillings (via Web Restaurant Store). Other common sushi types to try include nigiri (raw seafood on top of rice) or sashimi (usually pieces of raw fish). If you want to make your sushi from scratch, you can — although we doubt Middleton is doing the same, given her busy life as a royal. Just be sure to purchase sushi-grade fish when you are attempting to make your own.

The Princess of Wales has expressed a fondness for ceviche, a dish that usually consists of raw fish, citrus, and vegetables. Per The Daily Mail, Kate Middleton has been eating ceviche since at least 2014 — especially for lunch meals. She appears to admire the dish, in part, for its ability to be made with entirely raw ingredients. Raw food is sometimes promoted for its ability to increase your nutritional intake. According to Healthline, some vitamins and minerals are lost through cooking, making eating raw foods a more efficient way to get them.

If you want to eat more raw foods like Middleton, this Latin-inspired dish is a relatively easy way to do it. Some of the best types of fish for ceviche are shrimp, scallops, and salmon. According to What's Cooking America, the fish gets marinated in citrus juices that prompt it to take on a firmer texture. Additional raw ingredients — like tomatoes, avocados, cucumber, green onions, bell pepper, and jalapeños — are usually added to the mix. Spices like salt and pepper, as well as tender herbs like cilantro and parsley, are used to boost the fresh and vibrant flavors. This colorful combination is so good, it's easy to see why Middleton loves it so much.

Roast chicken has become one of the dishes most talked about in discussions of the British royal family's diet. That's because brothers Harry and William appear to share a love of the dish. This passion for roasted chicken has worked its way into both of their relationships. Both couples seem to enjoy cooking and eating roast chicken together. Harry proposed to Meghan Markle over a roast chicken dinner that the couple was making together. It's also well known that Kate makes this home-cooked dish for her husband William, as well. So, it's fair to assume that the meaning behind this dish makes it one of her most loved. 

When you hear the term "roast chicken" it might call to mind the concept of a British Sunday roast. This classic consists of roasted protein, gravy, potatoes, and maybe Yorkshire pudding. According to a poll conducted by YouGov, chicken is a popular choice for Brits to center this meal around. Perhaps Middleton enjoys this sentimental poultry in this traditional spread as well.

Another protein that Kate Middleton has expressed her love for is lamb. We know she likes this food because it was part of her wedding meal in 2011. The main dish on the menu was lamb with vegetables and a mysterious condiment called "sauce Windsor," reports Marie-Claire. On another occasion, Middleton complimented a lamb dish she sampled at a 2016 Taste of British Columbia Food Festival (via Hello Magazine). Celebrity chef Vikram Vij served the Prince and Princess of Wales a meal of marinated lamb popsicles served in fenugreek cream curry, which the royal couple said they enjoyed.

It's not surprising that Middleton likes lamb. According to the BBC, this type of protein is much more popular in the United Kingdom than in the United States. If you're an American unfamiliar with preparing lamb, don't worry, it's pretty straightforward. Cooking a leg of lamb is an excellent place to start. Sprinkle it with your favorite herbs then dry roast it for a delightfully flavorful and tender dish.

Chutney is another food that Kate Middleton not only likes to eat but also knows how to make herself. The Princess of Wales once gifted the late Queen Elizabeth II a package of the Middleton family chutney — a type of condiment that one might use like a jam — for their first Christmas together. According to Town and Country Magazine, Middleton reportedly made it herself, using her grandmother's recipe for marrow chutney. Marrow is a type of squash and can make a delightful base for chutney when paired with ingredients like apples, ginger, and spices.

Thanks to Pippa Middleton — Kate Middleton's sister — we now know exactly what goes into this recipe. Pippa published a cookbook in 2012 that included instructions for making it. Per People, the famous marrow chutney recipe requires ingredients like onions and raisins. If the concept of chutney is as fascinating to you as it is to the Middleton family, you can experiment with different kinds. Chutneys can be sweet, savory, or vegetal-tasting if you use plenty of fresh herbs.  

We also know that Kate Middleton likes to eat risotto. The Princess of Wales was spotted with her husband enjoying the dish in 2016. Per People, the couple ate risotto during a date night at the Crown Inn Pub, a restaurant located not far from their home in Norfolk, England. The dinner took place on February 12 — just days away from Valentine's Day — making the occasion all the more romantic. The risotto that Middleton ate was reportedly made with wild mushrooms.

Even the most passionate Italian food lovers may have never attempted to create this classic dish, making risotto a great learning opportunity for aspiring home cooks. At a glance, risotto appears to be another delicious pasta — full of butter, cheese, and carbohydrates. But risotto is made from rice. Specifically, the dish calls for short-grain rice like arborio. The secret to making a perfectly creamy risotto requires toasting the rice then stirring and adding water in small, repetitive amounts until the texture is just right. It's a little more complicated than spaghetti and meatballs, which is no doubt why food lovers like Middleton order this dish while dining out.