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Pork Faggots
Pork faggots are meatballs made from minced off-cuts and offal (traditionally pig’s heart, liver, and fatty belly meat or bacon) mixed with herbs and sometimes bread crumbs. They’re a traditional British dish originating from the Midlands and the South West dating back to 1851!
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Our Traditional Pork Faggots (4 per pack) are made the proper way using time-honoured methods and quality ingredients. Rich, hearty and full of flavour, they’re a true butcher’s classic that’s been loved for generations.
For best results, oven-cook at 180°C for 25 to 30 minutes until piping hot all the way through and lightly browned on top. Let them rest for a minute or two before serving.
Serve with creamy mash, garden peas and a generous helping of onion gravy for a comforting meal that really hits the spot.
Keep chilled and use within 2 to 3 days, or freeze on arrival if you’re planning ahead.
Traditional pork faggots are made from seasoned minced offal—typically liver and heart—combined with pork, herbs, breadcrumbs, and spices. This blend creates a rich, hearty flavour and a soft, tender texture when cooked.
For best results, bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 25–30 minutes until piping hot throughout. Serve with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a generous helping of onion gravy for a comforting, classic meal.
Yes, pork faggots can be frozen either cooked or uncooked. If freezing raw, wrap tightly and use within 3 months. Always defrost thoroughly in the fridge before cooking or reheating.
Pork faggots are traditionally served with mashed potatoes, garden peas or buttered greens, and a rich onion gravy. For a twist, try them with root vegetable mash or baked into a hearty casserole.
The term comes from an Old English word meaning a bundle or cluster, which refers to the shape of the dish. In historical culinary terms, it referred to bundled minced meat or offal.
They are similar in shape but not the same. Pork faggots are specifically made from offal and have a richer, more intense flavour compared to typical meatballs made from muscle meat.
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