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Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote

Name: Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb Irish black pudding, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 large apples (Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and chopped; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 cups mashed potatoes, prepared according to preference; 1 tablespoon butter, melted for drizzling

A traditional Irish favorite, black pudding is paired beautifully with a luscious apple compote, making for a hearty and flavorful dish.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 6, 2026

Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Black Pudding

For the Apple Compote

For the Garnishes

For the Side Dish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 578 kcal
Protein: 11.75 g
Carbs: 54.75 g
Fat: 35.25 g
Fiber: 7 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2313 kcal
Protein: 47 g
Carbs: 219 g
Fat: 141 g
Fiber: 28 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb Irish black pudding sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds	1120	38	28	92	4
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	28	0
4 large apples (Granny Smith) peeled, cored, and chopped	300	1	80	1	14
1/4 cup sugar	195	0	50	0	0
1/4 cup water	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon	3	0	1	0	1
1 teaspoon lemon juice	1	0	0	0	0
2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped	2	0	0	0	0
Freshly ground black pepper to taste	2	0	0	0	1
2 cups mashed potatoes prepared according to preference	350	8	60	9	8
1 tablespoon butter melted for drizzling	100	0	0	11	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Black Pudding

1
Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to warm setting (around 170°F or 75°C) to maintain pudding warmth.
2
Dry Pudding
Pat the black pudding slices dry with paper towels.
3
Season
Season lightly with black pepper.

Preparing the Apple Compote

1
Combine Ingredients
Combine apples, sugar, water, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan.
2
Boil
Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low.
3
Simmer
Cover and simmer until apples are tender, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Ensure the compote does not burn by stirring regularly. For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of nutmeg.

How to Make Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Frying the Black Pudding
Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a skillet and fry the pudding slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy.
2
Simmering the Compote
After apples are tender, mash gently for a chunky consistency and keep warm.
3
Warming the Side Dish
Keep mashed potatoes warm in the preheated oven while preparing the pudding.