Dublin Coddle

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A hearty, slow-simmered Irish stew of bacon, sausages, potatoes, and onions
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Dublin Coddle is the ultimate comfort food, a humble yet deeply satisfying dish that embodies Irish home cooking. This savory stew relies on the rich, smoky flavors of cured pork and bacon, gently melded with tender potatoes and sweet, caramelized onions. The key to a great coddle is the slow, gentle simmer, which allows the ingredients to soften without breaking apart, creating a cohesive, comforting meal. It is traditionally served with soda bread and a pint of stout, making it perfect for cold evenings or as a restorative dinner after a long day. Simple to prepare but requiring patience, this dish delivers robust, earthy flavors that warm the soul.

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Dublin Coddle

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 614.0

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Dublin Coddle is the ultimate comfort food, a humble yet deeply satisfying dish that embodies Irish home cooking. This savory stew relies on the rich, smoky flavors of cured pork and bacon, gently melded with tender potatoes and sweet, caramelized onions. The key to a great coddle is the slow, gentle simmer, which allows the ingredients to soften without breaking apart, creating a cohesive, comforting meal. It is traditionally served with soda bread and a pint of stout, making it perfect for cold evenings or as a restorative dinner after a long day. Simple to prepare but requiring patience, this dish delivers robust, earthy flavors that warm the soul.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and roughly chop the onions into large chunks.
  2. Peel the potatoes and chop them into three or four large pieces each.
  3. Finely chop a handful of fresh parsley.
  4. In a heavy, flameproof casserole dish with a tight-fitting lid, begin layering the ingredients.
  5. Start with a layer of chopped onions at the bottom.
  6. Add a layer of meaty sausages on top of the onions.
  7. Follow with a layer of potato chunks.
  8. Add a layer of bacon bits or smoked pork off-cuts.
  9. Sprinkle generously with freshly ground black pepper.
  10. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, ending with a top layer of potatoes or bacon.
  11. Pour 2 cups of water into the pot; do not add more liquid.
  12. Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat without stirring.
  13. Once boiling, immediately cover the pot and reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting.
  14. Allow the coddle to simmer very gently, with only occasional bubbles rising to the surface.
  15. Alternatively, place the covered pot in a preheated oven at 275&# 194;°F (135°C).
  16. Cook slowly for 3 to 5 hours, checking only to ensure the liquid has not evaporated completely.
  17. Serve hot, garnished with the chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 614.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 47.7g74%
Saturated Fat 15.9g80%
Cholesterol 52.2mg18%
Sodium 1948.8mg82%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 42.0g84%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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