Haggis

usgb/ˈhæɡɪs/
noun

A traditional Scottish dish made from sheep's stomach stuffed with meat and barley.

On Burns Night, many Scottish people enjoy a meal of haggis, neeps and tatties.
Visual representation of "haggis" - A traditional Scottish dish made from sheep's stomach stuffed with meat and barley.

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  • burns night haggis
  • haggis and neeps
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Traditional Cuisine

Haggis is deeply associated with Scottish heritage and often eaten on special occasions.

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They served haggis during the Scottish wedding feast.
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Preparation Method

Originally cooked in a sheep's stomach, modern haggis may be packaged differently.

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You can buy haggis in a synthetic casing nowadays.
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Cultural Events

It's customary to eat haggis on Burns Night, which celebrates the famous Scottish poet.

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The haggis is piped in on Burns Night.
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