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Dublin Coddle Sausage and Bacon Stew

Dublin Coddle Sausage and Bacon Stew

Dublin Coddle Sausage and Bacon Stew is a traditional Irish comfort food featuring thick pork sausages, smoky streaky bacon, waxy potatoes, and sweet onions slow-cooked in a flavorful stock. This heartwarming stew delivers rich, comforting flavors perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings, offering a soulful and satisfying meal that highlights simple, wholesome ingredients.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Meats

  • 6 thick pork sausages
  • 8 slices streaky bacon

Vegetables

  • 4 medium waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 large onions, thickly sliced
  • Optional: carrots or parsnips (for variation)

Liquids & Fats

  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil

Seasonings & Herbs

  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional for variations: smoked paprika, chili flakes, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the onions thickly and peel the potatoes, cutting them into even chunks to ensure they cook evenly during the long simmer.
  2. Brown the Bacon and Sausages: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the streaky bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, then brown the sausages in the remaining fat to seal in their juices and deepen the flavor.
  3. Layer the Ingredients: Return the bacon to the pot. Add a layer of sliced onions and potatoes. Repeat layering until all ingredients are nestled together, forming a cozy base for the stew.
  4. Add Stock and Simmer: Pour in enough stock to almost cover the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 90 minutes, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.
  5. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the stew just before serving. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting warmth of this traditional Irish stew.

Notes

  • Use quality sausages and streaky bacon for authentic flavor.
  • Slow cooking is essential to develop deep flavors and tender textures.
  • Choose waxy potatoes to avoid disintegration during cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning gradually to balance the flavors.
  • Layer ingredients evenly to ensure a perfect blend in every bite.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Irish
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Dublin Coddle, Irish stew, sausage and bacon stew, comfort food, slow-cooked stew, traditional Irish recipe, gluten free stew