Dublin Coddle
Dublin Coddle is a warm, hearty Irish stew that embodies comfort and tradition. This one-pot dish features layers of savory pork sausages, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and sweet onions simmered in rich chicken stock. Rooted in 18th-century culinary practices, Dublin Coddle was born from the need to use leftover ingredients creatively. Its simplicity and versatility make it perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. You can easily customize the recipe by adding carrots for sweetness or fresh herbs like thyme for an aromatic touch. Whether shared with family or savored solo, this delightful dish brings a taste of Ireland right into your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 high-quality pork sausages
- 4–6 thick-cut bacon rashers
- 4 medium starchy potatoes (Russets or Yukon Gold)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 4 cups chicken stock
Instructions
- Slice the bacon and chop the onion; peel and cut the potatoes into thick rounds.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Brown the sausages in the same pot until golden on all sides; remove from pot.
- Sauté onions in remaining fat until softened.
- Return bacon and sausages to the pot, add potatoes, and pour in chicken stock until covered.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about one hour or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg