Irish Colcannon with Red Potatoes and Cabbage
Colcannon, a beloved comfort food, combines the simplicity of mashed potatoes with the earthy goodness of green cabbage, making it a staple at any Irish table.
Servings 2
Calories 603kcal
Equipment
- Pot for boiling potatoes
- Potato Masher or ricer
- Skillet for cooking the cabbage and green onions
- Bowl for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound red potatoes, washed and cut into chunks
- 2 cups green cabbage or savoy cabbage, shredded
- 2 green onions (spring onions), finely sliced
- ¼ cup Irish butter, plus extra for serving
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup cream cheese or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra chopped scallions or green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes
- In a large pot, cover the red potato chunks with cold water. Season with a little salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Cook the Greens
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat a tablespoon of butter and a splash of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shredded cabbage.
- Cook until the cabbage is soft and slightly golden, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in the green onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Mash the Potatoes
- Once the potatoes are cooked drain them well and return them to the pot. Place over low heat for a minute to allow any remaining water to evaporate.
- Using a potato masher or potato ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth. If you like a few chunks for texture, that's fine too. That's the way I like it.
Combine and Season
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in the cream cheese (or sour cream) and ¼ cup of milk into the mashed potatoes until well combined and creamy.
- Fold in the cooked greens and a tablespoon of Irish butter. Season with salt to taste. Add more milk if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Serve:
- Transfer the colcannon to a serving dish. Make a well in the center and add a knob of butter. Garnish with additional chopped scallions or green onions, if desired.
- Serve hot as a side dish with corned beef, Irish stew, or your choice of protein.
Nutrition
Calories: 603kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 271mg | Potassium: 1335mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1251IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 2mg