Description
Traditional Irish Colcannon is a creamy, comforting mashed potato dish blended with sautéed cabbage and green onions. This classic side dish features tender russet potatoes combined with sautéed greens, butter, and milk or cream, making it perfect for cozy family meals or Irish celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets)
Vegetables
- 4 cups finely chopped green cabbage
- 4 chopped green onions
Dairy
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks to ensure uniform cooking. Boil them in salted water until they are fork-tender, which takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Sauté Cabbage: While the potatoes are boiling, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped cabbage with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook until wilted, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add Green Onions: Stir in the chopped green onions to the skillet with the cabbage, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to soften them and blend flavors.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain the boiled potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add milk or heavy cream along with butter, mashing the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the sautéed cabbage and green onion mixture into the mashed potatoes until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve the Colcannon hot, optionally topped with an extra pat of butter for added richness.
Notes
- For a richer taste, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Ensure potatoes are well drained before mashing to avoid watery consistency.
- This dish pairs well with corned beef or other Irish traditional meals.
- Colcannon can be made ahead and gently reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- Use fresh cabbage for best texture and flavor; avoid pre-shredded pre-packaged cabbage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
