Introduction

Irish bangers grilled to perfection and served with a rich onion gravy make a hearty and delicious meal. Using the Arteflame grill, you’ll get a perfect crispy sear on the sausages while locking in all their juicy flavors. Grilling on the Arteflame’s flat cooktop ensures even cooking without burning, while the smoky firewood enhances the sausages’ classic Irish taste. The onion gravy is beautifully caramelized on the griddle, making this dish completely grill-cooked from start to finish.

Ingredients

• 6 Irish bangers (pork sausages)
• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the soaked napkins.
3. Light the paper and wait about 20 minutes for the grill to reach cooking temperature.

Step 2: Sear the sausages

1. Place the Irish bangers on the center grill grate to sear, cooking for about 2 minutes per side until they develop a rich, deep brown crust.
2. Move the sausages to the flat cooktop to continue cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 150°F.
3. Remove the sausages from the grill at 135°F as they will continue cooking after being removed.

Step 3: Make the onion gravy

1. Melt the butter on the flat cooktop and add the sliced onions.
2. Stir the onions frequently, cooking until caramelized and golden brown.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to create a roux.
4. Slowly add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring continuously.
5. Simmer the gravy on the griddle until thickened, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4: Assemble and serve

1. Place the sausages on a serving platter.
2. Spoon the rich onion gravy over the bangers and garnish with fresh parsley.
3. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Tips

• For extra smoky flavor, use hardwood like oak or hickory in your Arteflame grill.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the bangers are cooked to the perfect doneness.
• If your gravy thickens too much, add a bit more beef broth to reach the desired consistency.
• For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne or smoked paprika to the gravy.

Variations

1. Spicy Irish Bangers: Add red pepper flakes and a dash of hot sauce to the onion gravy for extra heat.
2. Guinness Onion Gravy: Replace half the beef broth with Guinness beer for a richer, deeper flavor.
3. Herb-Infused Bangers: Add fresh thyme and rosemary to the cooktop while grilling the sausages for extra aroma.
4. Garlic Butter Bangers: Melt garlic butter over the sausages while grilling to infuse them with rich, buttery flavor.
5. Bacon-Wrapped Bangers: Wrap the sausages in bacon before grilling for a crispy, savory upgrade.

Conclusion

Smoky Irish bangers with onion gravy is a comforting and flavor-packed dish that brings out the best in traditional Irish flavors. Cooking it on the Arteflame grill adds a smoky depth and ensures even and controlled cooking for the juiciest sausages. Serve it up with your favorite sides and enjoy a meal filled with richness and warmth.

Best pairings

• Mashed potatoes – The ultimate side dish for soaking up all that flavorful gravy.
• Rustic crusty bread – Perfect for mopping up the onion gravy.
• Irish stout – A dark, malty beer that complements the smoky, rich flavors.
• Colcannon – Traditional Irish mashed potatoes with cabbage for an extra authentic touch.