This version of Irish Dublin coddle is made in the slow cooker or Instant Pot. You can serve this meat, potato, and onion recipe for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
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Updated 2021 with Instant Pot instructions
What Is Dublin Coddle?
When you think of a St. Patrick’s Day recipe, what do you think of…Corned beef & cabbage, right? I hope this recipe changes your mind. I discovered Irish Dublin Coddle years ago and I have been hooked ever since. Coddle is an Irish comfort dish that usually consists of sausages, bacon, potatoes, onion, salt, pepper, and herbs. It cost-effective, quick, and easy. Personally I love the simplicity of it: meat, potatoes, onion, and basic herbs. The best thing about this Dublin coddle is that you can eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
before (slow cooker)
What Type Of Sausage To Use
I like to use a thick, pork sausage, something like a breakfast sausage, polish sausage, or bratwurst. Having said that, I’m a firm believer that you should use the ingredients that fit your lifestyle and budget. In addition to using an uncooked sausage, another option is to use a cooked, smoked sausage. If you choose to use a smoked sausage, you do not have to pre-cook it first, you can add it directly to the slow cooker or Instant Pot.
after (slow cooker)
Make This Whole30
To make this Irish Dublin coddle whole30 compliant, simply use compliant sausage and bacon. My go-to is Naked Bacon. Their sugar-free breakfast sausage & bacon pairs perfectly in this recipe.
What Type Of Potatoes To Use
What you see here are russet potatoes. You can use your preferred potato in this recipe but some work better than others. I usually recommend a waxy potato for the slow cooker or pressure cooker because they hold their shape during the cooking process. But like most of my recipes, I encourage you to use the ingredients you have & like. If you use a non-waxy potato like I did here, I suggest you cut them into larger chunks than you usually would. This will help them hold their shape during the cooking process and not turn mushy on you.
When To Add The Bacon
When you add the bacon is kind of up to your personal preference. If you add the bacon at the beginning of cook time along with the rest of the ingredients, the bacon will be soft. If you want crispy bacon, I suggest you stir the cooked bacon into the dish after it’s done cooking. Having made it both ways, I prefer to stir the bacon afterwards.
Looking for other St. Patrick’s Day recipes? Check these out:
VIDEO: Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Corned Beef & Cabbage (Paleo, Whole30)
VIDEO: Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Low-Carb Corned Beef & Cabbage (Keto, Paleo, Whole30)
VIDEO: Slow Cooker Corned Beef & Cabbage Soup (Paleo, Whole30)
Slow Cooker Corned Beef & Hash Breakfast Casserole (Paleo/Whole30)
Breakfast, lunch, or dinner? When will you serve this? For a list of Whole30 compliant sausage brands, click HERE.
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Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Irish Dublin Coddle (Paleo/Whole30)
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked pork sausages, sliced
- 3/4 pound bacon
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped into large chunks
- 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet. Once hot, add the bacon and cook 3-5 minutes or until bacon is done. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
- Add sausage to the pan & cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove sausage.
- Add sausage, potatoes, onion, garlic, broth, salt, pepper, and parsley to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6 hours.
- Stir in cooked bacon.
- Turn on the pressure cooker and select sautƩ. Once hot, add the bacon and cook 3-5 minutes or until bacon is done. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
- Add the sausage to the pot & cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove sausage.
- Add the onion and cook 3-5 minutes or until soft. Add garlic & cook an additional minute. Add the broth and if needed, deglaze the bottom of the pressure cooker by scraping all the bits off with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in the sausage, potatoes, salt, parsley, and pepper. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 12 minutes. When done, quick release the pressure.
- Stir in the cooked bacon.
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I am new to the pressure cooker world and wanted to thank you for sharing this recipe. It is cooking now and smells delish!
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Ive never heard of a Coddle before but this looks incredible. Trying it soon!
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I made this twice, the first time I used Sausage, but the second time I used Kielbasa, I was out of regular sausage. The kielbasa worked well, but I have to say I liked it best with the regular sausage.
Great recipe Thank you
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It was quite the success with my husband who is a picky eater. And it made just the right amount since there are only the two of us. Enough for leftovers for one day.
Is the Sausage just link breakfast link sausage?
You can use breakfast sausage but I like to use a thicker sausage similar to the size of a bratwurst.
It says 4 servings, does that mean its only enough for 4 people? I need to make enough to feed 12 people. Do you suggest I double if I have a large crockpot?
Correct this served approx 4 people for me but you can easily double this if you have a large 5 or 6 quart slow cooker.
Type of sausage did you use please
You can use your preferred type but I find thick Italian or bratwurst type sausages work better than skinny breakfast sausages. Enjoy!
What kind of sausage do you use?
You can use your preferred type but I find thick Italian or bratwurst type sausages work better than skinny breakfast sausages. Enjoy!
Italian sounds good. I ended up using a homemade sage breakfast sausage without casing and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe.
You think browning the sausage and bacon the night before will effect it a lot? Time chrunch on the day I need it.
It should be okay. They’re both going to lose some of their crispness when they cook anyway. Let me know how it turns out!
Hi, what kind of sausage did you Use? I’d imagine it’s be hard to get true Irish “bangers” here in the states. Thanks.
You can use your preferred type but I find thick Italian or bratwurst type sausages work better than skinny breakfast sausages. Enjoy!
i have cooked this for years in my slow cooker i add carrot parsley maris piper potatoes n bratwurst sausages n pearl barley my hubby n some of my senior neighbours love it x
Sounds fantastic!
Where and when do we add the 1/4 c. Parsley?
With the rest of the ingredients or as the garnish. Enjoy!
What is the broth you use .
I used low-sodium beef broth but you can use chicken as well . Enjoy!
I am making this today and I tripled all the ingredients. I hope it tastes as good as it smells. I have not made this in over 25 years so I pray it tastes as good now as it did then.
Ooh the pressure is on!!! Let me know how it turns out!
Making this today with homemade sausage and red potatoes…it already smells wonderful!
Homemade sausage?!?! OMG I bet your kitchen smells amazing! Enjoy:-)
Made this for my peeps at work. I added carrots, a tablespoon of basil, and tripled the broth amount. They loved it!! Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe!
Could you pair this dish with Chardonnay?
This would be great with a nice glass of Chardonnay. But then again, what isn’t?? Enjoy!
Hahaha! Perfect! Then I’m going to be serving thisThursday at a Chardonnay Wine Tasting š
Thank you š
I made this for the Chardonnay Wine Tasting/Pairing and it was devoured!!! I was able to find bangers and smoked bacon. I cooked it in a crockpot since I had to work all day. Everyone LOVED it! The only thing left at the bottom of the pot was a lone bay leaf! Hahaha! It paired great with the Chardonnay š I also brought Irish Soda Bread which everyone loved as well š Thank you for the inspiration and great traditional Irish recipe!!! š
That looks really yummy! Especially wrapped up in a tortilla ā¤
Thank you! I agree, this is great in a tortilla:-)
This will be my husband’s dream meal!
I hope you make it for him sometime:-)