Drisheen is a type of Irish black pudding made with milk, salt, animal blood—either pig’s, cow’s, or sheep’s, and fat that is thickened with breadcrumbs or oatmeal. The resulting pudding has a gelatinous texture, and once it has firmed, it is usually sliced and served hot.

The pudding, which is then additionally seasoned with herbs, is often made as a sausage by placing it in the animal’s main intestine. Recipes vary greatly from place to place. Drisheen is the main ingredient in packet and tripe, a popular dish eaten in Cork and Limerick.