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Nutritional Values
320kcal
15gProtein
20gCarbs
18gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Black Pudding
How to order / say it
Say it
Black Pudding — [blak pud-ing]
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May I try the Black Pudding?
Locally
¿Puedo probar el Black Pudding?
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Sausage made from pig's blood, fat, and cereal grain.
Why try it?
Black Pudding is a testament to Falmouth's agricultural traditions and resourcefulness, utilizing every part of the animal. It is often associated with celebrations, providing a distinctly local flavor.
How it tastes
The pudding is rich and slightly metallic with savory spices, maintaining a moist, hearty texture. It's usually seasoned with allspice and served warm.
Origin & History — first documented: 1750
Dating back to European colonial influences in the 18th century, Black Pudding has been adapted using Caribbean spices, becoming a popular local fare. It often makes appearances at festivals and markets in Falmouth.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 ml pig's blood
- 🌾 100 g barley
- 🥩 50 g lard
- 🧄 50 g onion
- 🧂 5 g allspice
- 🧂 8 g salt
Method
- 1 Mix pig's blood with barley, lard, and spices.
- 2 Stuff mixture into sausage casings.
- 3 Simmer sausages for 1 hour until cooked.
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