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traditional irish food

traditional irish food: 7 Reasons You’ll Love Colcannon


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic dish of traditional Irish cuisine.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 kg potatoes
  • 500 g cabbage
  • 250 g butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 500 ml milk

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop the potatoes.
  2. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
  3. Shred the cabbage and add it to the potatoes for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  4. Drain the potatoes and cabbage.
  5. Mash the potatoes and cabbage together.
  6. Add butter and warm milk, mixing until smooth.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use floury potatoes for a smoother mash.
  • Adjust the amount of milk for desired consistency.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling and Mashing
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: traditional irish food, colcannon, irish cuisine