Spotted Dick

derek — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:39:18 +0000

The name of this pudding always raises a laugh in Britain. However, if you are shy the pudding can also be called Spotted Dog…

Ingredients:

240g self-raising flour

240g currants and raisins, soaked in brandy

A pinch of salt

150 ml cold water

120g shredded suet

90g sugar

Method:

Grease a 1.1 litre pudding basin.

Sieve together the flour and salt, then add the shredded suet, sugar and dried fruit.

Mix these ingredients with enough water to make a firm dough.

Cover securely and steam for 2 hours.

Turn the pudding out on to a hot dish and serve with custard.

Tip

If you want to make a Spotted Dick in the traditional shape, form the mixture into a cylinder about 20cm long and roll in a pudding cloth, boil for 2 hours.

Recipe Options

Prep Time:

N/A

Cooking Time:

2 Hours

Serves:

4-6

Suet

Spotted Dick