Newfoundland Heritage Feast: Savory Jigg’s Dinner Recipe

Jigg’s Dinner Recipe

Description:
Jigg’s Dinner, a classic Newfoundland Sunday tradition, harks back to the earliest explorers of the new-found land. The origins of its name are shrouded in mystery, with some attributing it to a comic strip character named Jiggs, known for his love of corned beef and cabbage. This hearty one-dish meal brings together a medley of vegetables and meats, creating a comforting and satisfying culinary experience.

Cook Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 24 hours
Total Time: 26 hours

Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, Canadian, Weeknight, Pressure Cooker, Stove Top

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 407.6
• Fat Content: 0.8g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 142.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 93g
• Fiber Content: 15.5g
• Sugar Content: 12.9g
• Protein Content: 11.1g

Servings: 5

Ingredients:

• 1 cabbage
• 1/2 turnip
• 1 carrot
• 10 potatoes
• 10 cups water (for boiling)
• 1 pound salt beef
• 1 cup split peas

Equipment:

• 1 large stock pot
• 2 pudding bags

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • When planning to make Jigg’s Dinner, soak the salt beef and split peas overnight to remove excess salt.
   • The next day, discard the soaking water from the salt beef.

2. Boiling the Beef:

   • Place the salt beef in the stock pot and add enough water to cover it.
   • After an hour, taste the water. If it’s too salty, replace it and continue soaking for another hour.
   • Once the water is suitable, fill the pot with water and set it to boil.

3. Cooking the Split Peas:

   • Drain the soaked split peas.
   • Place the peas in a pudding bag (ensure it’s wet), tie it securely, and immerse it in the boiling water.

4. Cooking the Vegetables:

   • Refer to the cooking times for each vegetable:
     • Cabbage: 40 minutes (1 hour and 20 minutes into the boil)
     • Turnips & Carrots: 30 minutes (1 ½ hours)
     • Potatoes: 20 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes)
   • At the 2-hour mark, all vegetables should be cooked.

5. Final Preparations:

   • Slice the Dark Molasses Pudding.
   • Mash the pease pudding.
   • Serve hot alongside roast chicken, turkey, or beef, accompanied by pickled beets, stuffing, gravy, and homemade buns or bread.

6. Enjoy:

   • It’s time to dig in and enjoy the rich flavors of this traditional Newfoundland meal.

7. Leftovers:

   • Any leftover vegetables can be fried up the next day as a delicious hash.

Note: Jigg’s Dinner is not only a delicious meal but also a celebration of Newfoundland’s culinary heritage, bringing families together to share in its comforting goodness. So gather your loved ones, prepare this timeless dish, and savor the flavors of tradition and community. Whatta scoff indeed! 🥔🥕🥬