White pudding is one of the essential ingredients of Irish breakfast. Delicious, this is a white pudding, usually sliced and pan-fried, then eaten alongside eggs, bacon or beans. very popular in Ireland (but also in Scotland), it is similar to black pudding, an equally delicious Irish black pudding. Don’t be put off: even if you’re not used to eating sweet and savoury foods in the morning, white pudding is definitely worth a try!
Black and white pudding
White pudding is generally produced in the traditional way in the Irish town of Clonakilty.
Considered an almost obligatory part of the Irish breakfast, it is unique in that, unlike black pudding, it contains no blood… (This explains the color of the latter, and the white appearance of white pudding).
It usually consists of pork, fat, bread and oatmeal. The whole thing is, of course, seasoned with plenty of spices, salt and pepper.
Very tasty, the Irish usually eat it for breakfast, with black pudding, eggs, bacon or Irish sausages.
Preparing them is rather easy: the Irish cut the latter into slices, then fry them in a pan. This type of cooking gives it a slightly crispy texture, as well as a very pleasant taste!
It blends perfectly with the other ingredients of a traditional breakfast, and gives you a good start to the day with a full stomach that lasts for hours.
Usually, travelers can be reluctant to eat white pudding for breakfast. But trust us: the experience is worth it, even if you’re not into savoury meals in the morning. White pudding has the advantage of being relatively soft on the palate. It has a perfect balance: neither too fatty nor too dry, its texture is pleasant and tasty.
In general, white pudding can be found everywhere in supermarkets in Ireland. Inexpensive, they can be found for less than 2 euros, making them an affordable, simple and economical food. But for a first taste, we recommend ordering an Irish breakfast in an Irish pub or restaurant. You might as well leave the serious business to the professionals for a first!
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