Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote

Name: Luscious Irish Black Pudding with Apple Compote
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb Irish black pudding; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 large apples (Granny Smith); 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups mashed potatoes; 1 tablespoon butter

An indulgent Celtic delight with a sweet and savory twist

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

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Black Pudding

1 lb Irish black pudding

sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Apple Compote

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

For the Garnishes

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

finely chopped

Freshly ground black pepper

to taste

For the Side Dish

2 cups mashed potatoes

prepared according to preference

1 tablespoon butter

melted for drizzling

Preparation

Marinating the Black Pudding

Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to warm setting (around 170°F or 75°C) to maintain pudding warmth.

Dry Pudding

Pat the black pudding slices dry with paper towels.

Season

Season lightly with black pepper.

Preparing the Apple Compote

Combine Ingredients

Combine apples, sugar, water, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan.

Boil

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low.

Simmer

Cover and simmer until apples are tender, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Ensure the compote does not burn by stirring regularly. For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of nutmeg.

Cooking Process

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.

Simmering the Compote

After apples are tender, mash gently for a chunky consistency and keep warm.

Warming the Side Dish

Keep mashed potatoes warm in the preheated oven while preparing the pudding.

Plating & Serving