Frugal Gourmet’s Classic Scottish Haggis Recipe: Authentic Flavors Simplified!

The Frugal Gourmet’s Haggis Recipe 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Overview:

If you’re feeling adventurous and craving a taste of authentic Scottish cuisine, delve into the world of haggis with this recipe from Jeff Smith, known as The Frugal Gourmet. Haggis, a traditional Scottish dish, is a savory pudding made from sheep’s organs, oatmeal, and spices, all encased in the sheep’s stomach. While the original recipe might seem daunting, The Frugal Gourmet’s version simplifies the process without compromising on flavor.

• Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 3 hours
• Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
• Servings: 10

Ingredients:

• 1 beef liver
• 1 lamb stew meat
• 1/2 yellow onions
• 1 1/2 cups oatmeal
• 4 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meat:

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   • Place the beef heart in a 4-quart covered pot and cover it with cold water.
   • Simmer the beef heart, covered, for 70 minutes.
   • After 70 minutes, add the beef liver and lamb stew meat to the pot.
   • Cover and simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
   • Remove the contents from the pot and allow them to cool.
   • Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid.

2. Grind the Meat:

   • Once cooled, coarsely grind all the cooked meat and onions.

3. Mix the Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat mixture with oatmeal, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, nutmeg, and distilled white vinegar.
   • Mix everything thoroughly and set aside.

4. Prepare the Beef Caps:

   • Rinse the beef caps in cold water.
   • Turn them inside out and soak them in 2 quarts of cold water with salt and vinegar for 30 minutes.
   • Drain and rinse the beef caps thoroughly, inside and out.

5. Assemble the Haggis:

   • Divide the meat mixture into three parts.
   • Fill the beef caps with the meat mixture, ensuring they are securely packed.
   • Tie the ends of the beef caps with string.
   • Two of the caps will be tied on one end, while the third piece will be tied on both ends.

6. Steam the Haggis:

   • Prick the assembled haggis all over with corn holders or a sharp fork.
   • Place the haggis in a steamer and steam for 80 minutes.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once steamed, serve the haggis sliced, accompanied by beef or lamb gravy.
   • And of course, don’t forget to embrace the tradition with a touch of Scottish flair – a stirring rendition from the bagpipes!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 254.2
• Fat: 6.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.1g
• Cholesterol: 205.5mg
• Sodium: 907.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 15.3g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 1.3g
• Protein: 27.8g

Notes:

• While haggis might not be everyone’s cup of tea, it’s a dish steeped in tradition and history, perfect for those looking to explore new culinary experiences.
• Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences, but don’t stray too far from the authentic flavors that make haggis unique.
• Serve your haggis alongside mashed potatoes, neeps (mashed turnips), and a dram of whisky for a truly Scottish feast that’s sure to impress your guests.