Blodpudding
Swedish Blood Pudding
A traditional Swedish blood pudding, known for its slightly sweet flavor profile, often served with lingonberry jam. This recipe offers a detailed approach to creating this rustic dish.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 liter Pig's blood(Ensure the blood is fresh and properly sourced. It should be at room temperature or slightly warmed.)
- 200 g Rye flour(Whole grain rye flour is traditional and provides a good texture.)
- 100 ml Dark syrup (e.g., molasses or dark treacle)(Adds sweetness and a characteristic dark color. Adjust to your preference.)
- 1 medium Onion(Finely chopped or grated for even distribution.)
- 1 tsp Dried marjoram(A classic herb for blood pudding.)
- 1.5 tsp Salt(To taste.)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(Freshly ground, to taste.)
- 2 tbsp Butter or oil(For frying the finished pudding.)
- to serve Lingonberry jam or sauce(Essential accompaniment.)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the base mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the pig's blood, rye flour, and dark syrup until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps of flour. The mixture should be thick and homogenous.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 2
Incorporate aromatics and seasonings: Add the finely chopped or grated onion, dried marjoram, salt, and black pepper to the blood mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 3
Prepare for baking: Lightly grease a loaf pan or a similar oven-safe dish (approximately 9x5 inches or 23x13 cm). Pour the blood pudding mixture into the prepared dish, filling it no more than three-quarters full to allow for expansion.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 4
Bake the pudding: Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The pudding is done when it is firm to the touch and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The surface should be a deep, dark brown.
⏱️ 1 hour 30 minutes - 5
Cool and slice: Once baked, remove the blood pudding from the oven and let it cool in the dish for at least 15-20 minutes. This allows it to set properly, making it easier to slice. Invert the pudding onto a cutting board and slice it into ½-inch (1-1.5 cm) thick pieces.
⏱️ 20 minutes - 6
Fry and serve: Heat the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the blood pudding slices in the hot pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it (work in batches if necessary). Fry for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy. Serve immediately with lingonberry jam or sauce.
⏱️ 10 minutes
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The consistency of the batter should be like thick cream. Adjust with a little more rye flour if too thin, or a splash of water if too thick.
- ✓For a smoother texture, you can strain the blood mixture before baking.
- ✓Blodpudding can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat gently by frying or baking.
- ✓The sweetness can be adjusted by varying the amount of syrup.
- ✓Ensure thorough cooking to eliminate any potential food safety concerns associated with raw blood.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add finely diced, sautéed apples to the mixture before baking for a touch of sweetness and texture.
- Fry crispy bacon bits and serve alongside or mixed into the pudding.
- Incorporate other spices like allspice or nutmeg for a different flavor profile.