Description
Hearty Dublin Coddle is a classic Irish stew featuring tender potatoes, savory beef sausages, and crispy bacon simmered together in a flavorful broth. This comforting one-pot meal blends simple ingredients to create a rich, satisfying dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
Proteins
- 1 pound beef sausages
- 8 slices of bacon, chopped
Liquids & Garnish
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and slice the potatoes, chop the bacon, slice the onions, and mince the garlic to have all components ready for cooking.
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it is crispy. Remove the bacon but keep the rendered fat in the pot for additional flavor.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the sliced onions to the bacon fat and sauté until translucent. Then add minced garlic and stir for about a minute to release its aroma without burning.
- Layer Ingredients: Return the crispy bacon to the pot, then layer in the sliced potatoes and add the beef sausages on top, distributing them evenly.
- Add Liquids and Boil: Pour chicken broth and water over the ingredients until they are just covered. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer gently for 30 to 40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving to add a fresh herbal note and color contrast.
Notes
- Use good-quality beef sausages for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter version.
- Leftovers taste even better after a day as flavors meld together.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the savory broth.
