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Jigg's Dinner
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Jigg's Dinner
A classic Newfoundland dish, Jigg's dinner is a boiled meal consisting of salt beef, cabbage, carrots, turnips, potatoes, and sometimes peas and carrots. The name 'jigg's dinner' comes from the traditional way the meal was cooked in a large pot, with the ingredients layered and boiled together. The result is a hearty, comforting meal perfect for a chilly evening. Served with a side of scrunchions (small pieces of fried salted pork fat), this meal is sure to satisfy any appetite.
Time Cook
45
Level
Intermediate
Calories
650
Allergens
Beef, Pork, Sulfites
Ingredients
1 pound
Salt Beef
400 Calories
1 head
Cabbage
50 Calories
4 medium
Carrots
60 Calories
2 medium
Turnips
50 Calories
4 medium
Potatoes
160 Calories
1 cup
Peas and Carrots
60 Calories
1/2 cup
Scrunchions
100 Calories
2 tablespoons
Mustard
10 Calories
1/4 cup
Parsley
20 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
In a large pot, combine the salt beef, cabbage, carrots, turnips, potatoes, and peas and carrots. Add enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
2
While the dinner is cooking, prepare the scrunchions. Cut the pork fat into small pieces and fry in a pan until crispy. Drain on paper towels and serve on the side.
3
To serve, place the boiled dinner in a large serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with a side of scrunchions and a dollop of mustard.
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