Description
Celebrate the flavors of Ireland with this comforting and classic side dish of Traditional Irish Colcannon. Creamy mashed potatoes are mixed with tender cabbage and green onions, creating a dish that is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Cabbage Mixture:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
- 4 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Additional butter pats and chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Prepare Cabbage: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet, add cabbage, and cook until tender. Stir in green onions.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and mash with remaining butter and milk until creamy. Mix in cabbage and green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Enjoy hot, optionally topped with butter and parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use cream instead of milk.
- Colcannon pairs well with corned beef, lamb stew, or grilled sausages.
- Add crispy bacon for extra heartiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
