Mulgipuder (Mulgi puder), Estonian potato and barley porridge
A hearty dish from Estonia’s Mulgimaa region: potatoes and pearl barley are cooked until tender, then mashed and served with pan-browned pork knuckle and onion.
This thick porridge combines potatoes and barley and is served with pork and onion. The quantities make approximately four servings; preparation times are practical estimates.
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Method
- 01
Prepare the barley and potatoes
Rinse the pearl barley and leave it to soak. Peel the potatoes and cut them into slices.
Ready to continue when: The barley is soaking and the potatoes are peeled and sliced.
10 min - 02
Cook the potatoes and barley
Put the potatoes in a pot and pour the drained barley over them. Add the water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook over medium-low heat until the potatoes and barley are tender, about 60 minutes. Stir and mash to a thick mixture with some texture.
Ready to continue when: The barley and potatoes are tender when tasted, and the mixture is thick.
60 min - 03
Brown the pork knuckle and onion
While the potatoes and barley cook, put the salted pork knuckle in a frying pan and brown it. Add the chopped onions and cook until they are soft and browned.
Ready to continue when: The pork knuckle is browned and the onion is soft and golden.
15 min - 04
Serve
Divide the porridge among plates and place the pork knuckle and onion on top, or stir them into the porridge before serving.
Ready to continue when: The porridge is portioned, with the pork knuckle and onion served on top or stirred through.
5 min
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