The Dublin Coddle

The Dublin Coddle

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Coddle (also known as “Dublin Coddle”) is a Dublin specialty traditionally served in Irish homes on Saturday evenings. Based on potatoes (again), sausages (again) or bacon, and onions, this dish is known to be one of the most economical there is! And it’s even better on a cold winter’s evening: a coddle always fits snugly and keeps you warm!

Introducing Coddle

An economical and popular dish

Coddle is an Irish specialty mainly served in Dublin and the East of Ireland.

It’s served in Irish homes as well as in pubs, where it’s often a good idea to supplement the few emptied pints with solid, hearty food to combat the effects of alcohol.

Generally speaking, a coddle consists of potatoes (mashed or not), sausages (or bacon) and onions, all bathed in a broth. All the ingredients are marinated in their own juices, giving each food a wonderful flavor.

A little heavy to digest, coddle is generally eaten on rainy days, and is often accompanied by a pint of creamy stout (an Irish beer). A delight, if a little rich! A must-try if you want to discover Ireland’s greatest specialties!

Recipe: The Dublin Coddle

Ingredients

  • Serves 4
  • Duration: 25 min
  • 400g sausages (pork preferred)
  • 400g bacon
  • 800g potatoes
  • 300g onions
  • 350ml broth

Preparation

  • Peel and wash the potatoes, then cook them in boiling water.
  • Then cut the bacon and sausages into strips and/or small cubes.
  • Place them in a saucepan and flood with stock.
  • Cook the sausages and bacon for 5/10 minutes to allow the meat to soak up the broth.
  • Then take a large pot, and line the bottom with a layer of potatoes, then alternate with a layer of meat, then potatoes… and so on. until full recovery.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes
  • Season with salt, pepper, etc.
  • Just serve with a pint of Irish dark ale and you’re done!

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