Steak and Kidney Pudding with Steak and Kidney Gravy

A classic British suet crust pudding filled with tender steak, kidney, and onions, served with a rich homemade gravy.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 806 kcals 4836 kcals
Carbohydrates 47.6 grams 285.6 grams
Fat 52.1 grams 312.6 grams
Protein 37 grams 222 grams
Cook Time
300 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
350
g
2
tbsp
Flour
To thicken gravy
CondimentsSauces
1
tsp
GrainsCereals
2
tbsp
Plain Flour
Seasoned for tossing meat
Liquids
570
ml
Water
For gravy stock
Meat
560
g
225
g
Ox Kidney
Trimmed and cubed
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
For pastry
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly milled
OilsFats
175
g
Beef Suet
Shredded
1
tsp
Beef Dripping
For frying
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Medium, sliced
1
piece
Onion
Halved for stock, then remainder chopped for gravy

Steps

  • Sift flour, salt, and pepper into a bowl and mix in the suet.
  • Add cold water gradually and knead into a smooth, elastic dough.
  • Roll out three quarters of the dough to a 32.5cm circle and line the basin.
  • Toss cubed steak and kidney in seasoned flour and place in the basin with onions.
  • Add water and Worcestershire sauce, then seal with the remaining pastry lid.
  • Cover with pleated foil, tie with string, and steam for five hours.
  • Simmer meat trimmings and half an onion in 570ml water for one hour.
  • Strain stock and fry remaining chopped onion in beef dripping.
  • Stir in flour and stock gradually to create a smooth gravy.
  • Turn the pudding out onto a plate and serve with the hot gravy.