Chaudin

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Chaudin (from the French word for stomach), also referred to as ponce or Southern Louisiana Ponce, is a meat dish from southern Louisiana, US, (primarily the southwestern portion of the state). It is a sausage-like variant made from ingredients sewn up in a pig's stomach. [1] The stuffing includes spices, pork, rice (or it can be served over rice) and vegetables including onions and peppers. [2] It can be prepared in a Dutch oven, crock pot, or baked in an oven and is often sold smoked. It is often made with a Holy Trinity Gravy, a roux with brown chopped onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic in water, broth or wine. [3]

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Traditional in Cajun cuisine, it is listed on the Ark of Taste. It is served sliced and can be eaten cold or reheated. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Southern Louisiana Ponce". Slow Food USA. 2010. Retrieved June 15, 2012.
  2. Gutierrez, C.P. (2012). Cajun Foodways. University Press of Mississippi. p. 61. ISBN   978-1-60473-602-1.
  3. Tutwiler, Mary (July 29, 2010). "Confused by chaudin vs. chaurice?". The Times-Picayune. Retrieved June 15, 2012.