Best 2 Traditional Irish Colcannon Recipes
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a simple but hearty dish made with mashed potatoes, cabbage, and other vegetables, and is often served with bacon or sausages. Colcannon is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is a popular choice for St. Patrick's Day celebrations and year-round! The key to making a great colcannon is using the right potatoes and cooking them correctly. Use the best potatoes for mashing, we recommend using a floury potato such as a Russet potato or a Maris Piper potato. These potatoes have a high starch content, which makes them smooth and creamy when mashed.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TRADITIONAL IRISH COLCANNON
This is a good hearty side for your St Patrick's Day meal. I love kale and mashed potatoes, so to mix the two together is a really great combination of flavors.
Provided by Sasha Kamen
Categories Potatoes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Peel the potatoes and cut into sixths. Place in a large pot of generously salted water and bring to a boil. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, then drain. Return the potatoes to the pot off the heat, cover with a clean tea towel and allow to sit for 5 minutes (this helps to dry out the potatoes, resulting in a fluffier mash).
- 2. While the potatoes cook, remove the tough center ribs of the kale and finely chop the leaves. Melt 2 Tbsp. of the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add in the chopped kale and cook for about 10 minutes until softened. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- 3. Place the milk and remaining 4 Tbsp. butter in a small saucepan over a medium heat, or in a glass measuring cup in the microwave, until the butter has melted. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, then pour in the hot milk mixture and beat with an electric mixer until fluffy and light.
- 4. Stir in the cooked kale and some salt and pepper. Transfer the colcannon to a serving bowl, make a small well in the top and add in a pat of butter.
COLCANNON - TRADITIONAL IRISH DISH
This was a simple traditional Irish dish to prepare. The tender shredded cabbage mixed with the creamy mashed potatoes was perfect. The scallions barely cook and add a lot of flavor to this dish. We really enjoyed this dish and the "knob' of butter on top!
Provided by Ann Hatzimangas
Categories Potatoes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Peel and cut potatoes and boil until tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, wash and shred the cabbage and cook it in boiling water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and mash the potatoes, drain the cabbage.
- 2. Melt the butter in a large pan. Add the cabbage and stir in chopped green onion. Cook for about 1 minute.
- 3. Combine the cabbage mixture with the mashed potato. Add enough warm milk to make it creamy. Season with pepper. Serve it garnished with a little chopped parsley. I always add a knob of butter too and let it melt over the top!!!
Tips:
- Use good quality ingredients, especially the potatoes. Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are ideal for colcannon.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but not mushy. This will help them retain their shape and prevent them from becoming gluey.
- Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher or a ricer for this.
- Add the cabbage or kale to the mashed potatoes while they are still hot. This will help the cabbage or kale to wilt and become tender.
- Season the colcannon to taste with salt, pepper, and butter. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the colcannon immediately or reheat it in a warm oven before serving.
Conclusion:
Colcannon is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a St. Patrick's Day meal or any other occasion. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be easily customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give colcannon a try.
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