Skirts and Kidneys

Skirts and kidneys is a hearty stew consisting of pork skirts (trimmings from the inside of the backbone and ribs), kidneys, potatoes, onions, and water. The stew is flavored with white pepper, salt, and thyme, while corn flour is often added as a thickening agent.

The dish is a specialty of Cork, a major supplier of preserved beef and pork to the British Armed Forces, so large amounts of offal were always readily available in the region. It is recommended to serve the dish with some crusty bread on the side.