Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍖 500 g pork fat | 🧂 salt to taste |
| 🩸 1 l pork blood | 🧄 2 onions |
| 🍞 200 g sandwich bread | 🌶️ 2 bird’s eye chilies |
| 🌿 2 cloves | 🍏 For the side: apple sauce (to taste) |
Utensils
| 🍳 Large cast iron pot | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | ⚖️ Kitchen scale |
| 🍽️ Serving plate | 🥣 Large mixing bowl |
| 🧂 Spice container | 🌡️ Cooking thermometer |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Resting time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 2 hours
STEP 1: Start by cutting the pork fat into small, even cubes to ensure uniform cooking.
STEP 2: Poach these cubes in a large pot of simmering water for about 15 minutes to make them tender.
STEP 3: Meanwhile, in another pot, cook the onions until well browned and soft.
STEP 4: Then add the pork blood to the pot with the pork fat and mix everything well.
STEP 5: Incorporate the spices of your choice to add flavor to your preparation, such as salt and pepper.
STEP 6: Mix all the preparations in a large cast iron pot and allow to simmer on low heat for about 2 hours.
STEP 7: Once cooked, pour the mixture into casings and eliminate air bubbles for a good consistency.
STEP 8: Let your black pudding rest for at least 1 hour before cooking it in the oven or frying it.
The black pudding, an iconic traditional dish, deserves to be rediscovered in our kitchens. With its roots deeply embedded in culinary history, it skillfully combines simple ingredients such as pork blood, fat, and onions to create a memorable taste experience. Each region adds its personal touch, such as the West Indian pudding often served during celebrations.
By preparing it at home, you will not only discover a recipe but also a culinary heritage rich in flavors. Whether accompanied by apples or braised red cabbage, it’s an opportunity to gather your loved ones around a friendly table, savoring the simple pleasures of life.
