Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsEpi's A Basque RestaurantBoudin Noir Recipe

Boudin Noir Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves2

Blood sausage served with poached egg and sautéed greens.

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Ingredients

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Boudin Noir

Poached Egg

Sautéed Greens

Method

Boudin Noir

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sausage Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork blood, finely chopped pork fatback, minced onion, minced garlic, black pepper, thyme, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

  2. 2

    Stuff the Sausage

    Rinse the hog casings thoroughly under cold water. Slide one end of the casing onto a sausage stuffer attachment, and tie a knot at the other end. Carefully fill the casing with the sausage mixture, being careful not to overstuff. Tie off the open end of the casing once filled.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large pot, bring water to a simmer. Add the stuffed sausages and poach them gently for about 30 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from the water and allow to cool before slicing.

Poached Egg

  1. 4

    Poach the Eggs

    In a small pot, bring water to a gentle simmer and add the white vinegar. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or until desired doneness. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Sautéed Greens

  1. 5

    Sauté the Greens

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped kale or Swiss chard and sauté until wilted, about 4-5 minutes. Add lemon juice and salt, and toss to combine.

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