Blodpudding

Blodpudding

Blodpudding (BLOHD-poo-ding)

Swedish Blood Pudding

Prep Time 20 min
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 298 kcal

A traditional dark, spiced pudding made from rye flour, blood, and onions, sliced and pan-fried until crispy, served with lingonberry jam.

Nutrition & Info

290 kcal per serving
Protein 14.0g
Carbs 38.0g
Fat 10.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten

Equipment Needed

loaf pan skillet mixing bowl oven

Presentation Guide

Vessel: warm plate

Garnishes: lingonberry jam, butter

Accompaniments: pickled beetroot

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Sauté diced onion in butter until deeply golden.

  2. 2

    Whisk together blood, beer, rye flour, barley flour, syrup, allspice, marjoram, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Fold in the sautéed onions.

  4. 4

    Pour into a buttered loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour until set and firm.

  5. 5

    Cool completely, then slice into 1cm-thick slices.

  6. 6

    Pan-fry slices in butter until crispy on both sides. Serve with lingonberry jam.

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Did You Know?

Blodpudding was once the most common school lunch in Sweden — many Swedes have strong nostalgic memories of it from childhood cafeterias.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • loaf pan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • oven

Garnishing

lingonberry jam, butter

Accompaniments

pickled beetroot

The Story Behind Blodpudding

Blood pudding has roots in Viking-era thrift, using every part of the animal. Swedish blodpudding distinguished itself with rye flour and dark beer, creating a uniquely Nordic flavour. Though less common today, it remains a beloved comfort food that connects modern Swedes to centuries of culinary tradition.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch 📜 Origins: Medieval

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