Description
Colcannon is a classic Irish dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with sautéed cabbage, green onions, and butter. This comforting and flavorful side dish is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and cut into chunks
Butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Milk:
- 1 cup whole milk
Cabbage:
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
Green Onions:
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Seasoning:
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Boil potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and mash.
- Sauté Veggies: Cook cabbage and green onions in butter until softened.
- Combine: Mix mashed potatoes with warm milk, butter, and sautéed veggies.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute some milk with heavy cream.
- Colcannon pairs well with corned beef, sausages, or roasted meats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
