Boudin Noir Recipe Ernie Diamond

Name: Boudin Noir Recipe Ernie Diamond
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Two liters fresh pig's blood; One medium sized pig's head; Aromatic Vegetables (carrots, onions, parsley, etc.); 2 lb. back fat, finely diced and soaked overnight to remove salt (if salted); 1 T lard; 2 lb. onion, finely diced; 3 tsp. thyme; 1.5 tsp. quatre epices; 2 tsp. brown sugar; 2 oz. calvados; 200 g. breadcrumbs soaked in 2 pt. heavy cream; One hank hog casings

Servings: persons

Two liters fresh pig's blood
One medium sized pig's head
Aromatic Vegetables (carrots, onions, parsley, etc.)
2 lb. back fat, finely diced and soaked overnight to remove salt (if salted)
1 T lard
2 lb. onion, finely diced
3 tsp. thyme
1.5 tsp. quatre epices
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 oz. calvados
200 g. breadcrumbs soaked in 2 pt. heavy cream
One hank hog casings

1
Bring head to boil with aromatics for 2-3 hours or until fully cooked through and yielding.
2
When cool, pick all meat and skin from head, chop fine (better to put through meat grinder) and reserve.
3
Discard stock and veg or save for another use.
4
While head is cooking/cooling, sweat onions and thyme in lard until clear and soft but not yet brown.
5
Add diced backfat partway through to allow to soften.
6
Reserve and allow to cool.
7
Mix ground head, onions, thyme and backfat with remaining ingredients and mix well to combine.
8
Mixture should be pourable but an applesauce consistency.
9
Ladle mixture into casings using a funnel.
10
Tie off in six-inch lengths or in loops if you are good at that sort of thing.
11
Poach at a level below a simmer (c. 180 degrees) for 30-40 minutes until links are an even, rich brown and do not bleed when pricked.
12
When cooked through, allow to cool completely.

302

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Two liters fresh pig's blood, One medium sized pig's head, Aromatic Vegetables (carrots, onions, parsley, etc.), 2 lb. back fat, finely diced and soaked overnight to remove salt (if salted), and more.

Yes, Boudin Noir Recipe Ernie Diamond falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!