If you’ve ever been enchanted by the distinctive taste of Guinness, get ready for a new culinary adventure. Guinness fondue is the perfect blend of two rich gastronomic traditions: the conviviality of Swiss fondue and the assertive character of the famous Irish beer.
This dish (called“Cheddar and Guinness fondue” in English) is as tasty and comforting as a Swiss fondue! But the Irish like to add a special ingredient, which is found in many of their dishes: the famous Irish beer Guinness! A combination as strange as it is delicious!
Guinness fondue
As always, the Irish love to put Guinness all over their dishes!
Cakes, stews, fish… They never lack imagination when it comes to adding a little taste, bitterness and caramel to their traditional dishes!
And Guinness fondue is no exception!
Indeed, Irish fondue is all about red cheddar (a cheese the Irish are crazy about!), Emmental cheese… and Guinness! A combination of ingredients with strong flavors, occasionally enhanced by a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
Cheddar cheese, often matured, is one of Ireland’s local products. Strong in flavor, it brings a real power rich in nuances.
The result is an amazing, delicious dish, eaten with typical Irish toast such as brown bread or Guinness bread (an equally amazing Guinness bread). Slices of bread are sometimes rubbed with garlic for added flavor.
The result is a delicious blend of textures, from the creamy creaminess of the cheese to the crispness of the bread!
The Irish even like to vary the pleasures and dip pieces of grilled bacon with their bread into the fondue: although heavy to digest (the combination is rather fatty), it’s a real pleasure to eat, reminiscent of raclette!
Our tip: try dipping vegetables like carrots, parsnips, broccoli or even the famous Irish potatoes. The result is more than pleasant!
As for the Guinness, it perfectly flavors the melted cheese mixture. It adds an extra twist to tasting, blending sweetness and bitterness, with light notes of coffee and caramel. A subtle combination that goes perfectly with this Irish fondue!
The icing on the cake: get a pint of the same beverage to complete your tasting experience! The perfect match for your food and drink!
Irish fondue with Guinness
Forget hot days for Irish fondue! If you don’t, you could be sweating bullets!
After all, a Guinness fondue is above all a dish for autumn and winter, warming you up after a rainy, damp day!
It has to be said that the meal has the advantage of calming the hungry: there’s nothing like melted cheese and bread for a convivial, hearty experience… in the image of Irish conviviality!
Note that some Irish pubs offer this type of dish on their menus. Expect to pay at least 10 euros. Portions are generally generous, well-stocked, and served with plenty of bread.
Add to this a tasting in a warm setting, with Irish music and an open fire, and you’ll have a 100% Irish taste experience!
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