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Black Pudding: A Traditional British Delicacy


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  • Author: Ethan Collins
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Black pudding is a traditional British blood sausage with a rich, savory flavor and a dense, earthy texture. A staple in a full English breakfast, black pudding is made with pork blood, fat, oatmeal, and a unique blend of spices, making it a nutrient-packed dish filled with protein, iron, and essential vitamins.


Ingredients

  • Pork Blood (or substitute with beef or chicken blood if pork is unavailable)
  • Pork Fat (substitute with suet or vegetable fat for a lighter version)
  • Oatmeal (use barley or rice as an alternative)
  • Onions (optional, adds sweetness and depth)
  • Spices: black pepper, thyme, cinnamon (substitute to taste, e.g., add nutmeg or allspice for variation)

Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients: Combine pork blood, pork fat, oatmeal, and onions in a large mixing bowl. Add black pepper, thyme, and cinnamon for flavor, mixing until well-blended.
  • Stuffing: Spoon the mixture into sausage casings (typically natural pork intestines). If casings are unavailable, mold the mixture into thick, log-like shapes.
  • Cooking: Simmer the sausages in gently boiling water for 30–45 minutes. This step cooks the blood and allows the mixture to firm up.
  • Finishing Touch: After cooling, slice the black pudding into thick rounds. Fry, grill, or bake the slices until they are crisp on the outside and tender inside.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

  • Classic: Serve warm as part of a full English breakfast with eggs, beans, and tomatoes.
  • Pairing: Pan-sear scallops and serve them over black pudding rounds for a sophisticated starter.
  • Air-Fryer Option: Place slices in the air fryer at high temperature for 4–5 minutes, flipping halfway to achieve a crispy texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Breakfast / Appetizer
  • Method: Simmering, Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: per serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 14g