Recipe of Black Pudding
Certainly! Here’s a basic recipe for making black pudding, a traditional British dish. Please note that variations in recipes exist, and this is a simple version:
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 1 lb (450g) pork fat, finely diced
- 1 lb (450g) pork blood (available from some butchers)
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp ground white pepper
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp salt
- Hog casings (for sausage casing, optional)
Step 01: (Prepare the Casings) If you’re using hog casings, soak them in warm water according to the package instructions to make them pliable.
Step 02: (Cook the Oats) Boil the steel-cut oats in water until they are soft and have absorbed the water. Set them aside to cool.
Step 03: (Cook Pork Fat) In a pan over medium heat, cook the diced pork fat until it becomes crispy and releases its fat. Remove the crispy pork fat pieces and set them aside.
Step 04: (Mix Ingredients) In a large bowl, combine the cooked oats, crispy pork fat, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, ground white pepper, ground allspice, and salt. Mix well.
Step 05: (Add Blood) Gradually add the pork blood to the mixture, stirring continuously. Ensure the blood is well incorporated into the mixture.
Step 06: (Stuff the Casings) If using casings, carefully stuff them with the mixture using a sausage stuffer. Tie the ends of the filled casings with kitchen twine, creating individual sausages.
Step 07: (Cook the Black Pudding) There are different ways to cook black pudding. One common method is to poach it. Place the black pudding in a pot of simmering water and poach for about 20-30 minutes. Make sure not to boil vigorously to prevent the casings from bursting.
Step 08: (Cool and Serve) Once cooked, let the black pudding cool. If you used casings, remove them before serving. Slice the black pudding into rounds and pan-fry or grill until heated through.
Step 09: (Serve) Black pudding can be served as part of a traditional English breakfast or enjoyed in various dishes. It pairs well with eggs, bacon, and toast.
Step 10: (Enjoy) Savor the rich, savory flavor of your homemade black pudding!
