Best 7 A Real Irish Boiled Dinner Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, few can rival the allure of a traditional Irish boiled dinner. This classic one-pot meal is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender cuts of meat, an array of root vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the necessary steps and insights to create an authentic Irish boiled dinner that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of slow-cooking, we'll guide you through the process of preparing this iconic dish, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. Along the way, we'll explore variations and additional recipes that offer unique twists on this timeless classic, such as the succulent Irish bacon and cabbage, the flavorful Irish stew, and the delectable colcannon, a mashed potato dish infused with kale and cabbage.

Recipes included in the article:

* Authentic Irish Boiled Dinner: A step-by-step guide to preparing the quintessential Irish boiled dinner, featuring tender lamb or beef, a medley of root vegetables, and a flavorful broth.

* Irish Bacon and Cabbage: A hearty and savory dish that showcases the perfect harmony of crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and aromatic spices.

* Authentic Irish Stew: A classic stew brimming with tender lamb or beef, succulent vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth.

* Colcannon: A comforting and traditional Irish dish featuring creamy mashed potatoes harmoniously blended with kale or cabbage, creating a delightful textural and flavor experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

A REAL IRISH BOILED DINNER



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Both my family and my husbands mother's hailed from Ireland. We have made this traditional Irish dinner for many Sundays and St. Patrick Day dinners. Enjoy!

Provided by ginny F

Categories     Beef

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 smoked pork shoulder
3 lb onions peeled and cut in half
5 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces
1 large ruttabegga peeled and cut into large chunks
5 lb idaho potatoes peeled and cut in half
4 lb grey corned beef
1 large head of cabbage

Steps:

  • 1. In the biggest pot you have, add the smoke shoulder and corned beef.Fill with water to cover meat. On high heat bring the meat up to a boil. Then turn down to simmer for 2 hours. Add ruttabegga and cook for 45 minutes. Then add onions and carrots. Cook for twenty minutes. Then add cabbage. Cook cabbage for 15 minutes and add potatoes. Cook all until vegetables are soft and meat is tender. Add water when necessary to keep meat and vegetables covered. Serve with mustard or malt vinegar.
  • 2. Place in multiple serving bowls: Slices of Pork shoulder, carrots, potatoes, cabbage wedges, corned beef, and onions. serve family style with crusty bread. Second day servings are even better when fried with bacon fat or butter!

CLASSIC IRISH BOILED DINNER



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I grew up eating this boiled dinner on Sundays When I visited my Irish Granny. One of the things that makes this recipe special is that instead of corned beef, it calls for Smoked Shoulder. Oh What A yummy smell will fill your kitchen as this cooks!

Provided by KMOMMYZ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds smoked pork shoulder
salt and pepper to taste
2 large onions, quartered
6 potatoes, peeled
8 ounces carrots, cut in half
1 large head cabbage, quartered
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Steps:

  • Place the smoked pork into a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Season with salt and pepper, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Add the carrots, potato, cabbage and onions; cover and continue to simmer. Use kitchen string to tie the green beans into a bundle. Add them to the pot, cover and continue to cook until the carrots and potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
  • To serve, remove pork to a serving dish. Arrange vegetables around it. Allow the pork to rest about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Cholesterol 129.7 mg, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 14.4 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 2714.6 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

IRISH BOILED DINNER (CORNED BEEF)



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Mouth watering tender corned beef with corned beef flavored potatoes, cabbage, and carrots. This is my great grandmothers recipe from Ireland. This was served with both Irish soda bread and corn bread at our house.

Provided by Ann Hester

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 6h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (5 1/2 pound) corned beef brisket
2 large onions
15 small white (Irish) potatoes
10 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 heads cabbage, cored and cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Rinse the beef brisket under cold water, and place in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the roast by 6 inches. Peel the onions, and place them in the pot with the roast. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 30 minutes at a rolling boil. Reduce heat to medium-low so that the water is at a gentle boil, cover, and cook for 3 1/2 hours.
  • Remove the lid from the brisket. Remove onions, and cut into wedges. Return them to the pot. Add carrots to the pot, then place the cabbage over the roast. Place the potatoes on top of the cabbage. Place the lid back on the pot, and cook for another 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender. The potatoes should be immersed in the water by now, but if not, keep the lid on so they can steam.
  • Remove the vegetables from the pot, and place in a separate serving bowl. Keep the corned beef in the pot until ready to slice and serve because it dries out quickly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 918.2 calories, Carbohydrate 106.6 g, Cholesterol 178.6 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 24.2 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 2247.6 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

NEW ENGLAND BOILED DINNER



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 to 3 pounds corned beef brisket
3 tablespoons pickling spices, 3 bay leaves and 5 black peppercorns, tied in a cheesecloth bag
2 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
3 carrots, each cut into 4 pieces
1 onion, quartered
2 parsnips, cut into chunks
2 turnips, cut into chunks
1 small cabbage, cut into wedges
1 tablespoon salt
Horseradish cream:
1 cup sour cream
Up to 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)

Steps:

  • In a large pot combine the meat, the spice bag and enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours. Add vegetables and salt and return to a simmer. Continue to simmer until fork-tender, 30 minutes to 1 hour longer.
  • For the Horseradish Cream: In a small bowl combine sour cream and horseradish; season, to taste, with salt, pepper and hot sauce.
  • To finish, remove corned beef to a carving board and slice against the grain. Transfer to a large, warmed, deep platter. Drain broth and reserve for soup, if desired. Arrange vegetables around meat and serve. Pass the horseradish cream for guests to help themselves.

IRISH BOILED DINNER



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Make and share this Irish Boiled Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tarlain

Categories     Stew

Time 3h50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 1/2 lbs fresh beef brisket
2 (12 fluid ounce) bottles lager beer
2 cups water (or enough to cover)
2 bay leaves
10 black peppercorns
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
2 cups leeks, chopped and rinsed (white parts only)
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and sliced
3/4 lb large carrot, cut into large pieces
3/4 lb small red potato
1 lb turnip, peeled and quartered
2 lbs green cabbage, cut in sixths (secure with toothpicks)

Steps:

  • Place an 8- to 10-quart stove-top covered casserole on the burner and add the beef, beer, water, bay leaves, peppercorns, parsley, and salt.
  • Heat a frying pan and add the butter or olive oil. Saute the garlic, leeks, and yellow onion for a few minutes and add to the casserole. Cover the pot and simmer gently for 3-1/2 hours, or until the meat is very tender. (This will normally take about 1 hour per pound of brisket.) In the last 25 minutes of cooking, add the carrots and red potatoes. In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add the turnips, cabbage, salt and pepper.
  • If the vegetables are not done to your liking, cook them longer, but do not overcook. Remove the toothpicks from the cabbage before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1626.2, Fat 74.7, SaturatedFat 30.8, Cholesterol 203.3, Sodium 1160.4, Carbohydrate 86.1, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 13.3, Protein 56.8

TRADITIONAL BOILED DINNER



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Corned beef is a real treat in our family and we love the savory flavor the vegetables pick up from simmering in the pickling spices. -Joy Strasser, Mukwonago, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 pounds)
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 medium carrots, quartered
1 medium onion, cut into 6 wedges
1 small head green cabbage, cut into 6 wedges
Prepared horseradish or mustard, optional

Steps:

  • Place the brisket and contents of spice packet in a Dutch oven. Add the peppercorns, bay leaves and enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until meat is almost tender. , Add potatoes, carrots and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add cabbage, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Discard bay leaves and peppercorns. Thinly slice meat; serve with vegetables and horseradish or mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 calories, Fat 34g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 2797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CORNED BEEF IRISH FEAST



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The complete Irish meal, great for St. Patrick's Day, but awesome all year 'round!

Provided by Angie E.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 pound) corned beef brisket with spice packet
1 cup brown sugar
4 (12 fluid ounce) cans or bottles Irish stout beer (such as GuinnessĀ®), or more if needed
1 quart beef stock
1 onion, peeled
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 bay leaves
12 whole black peppercorns
2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
1 (16 ounce) package carrots, cut into sticks
1 head cabbage, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Rinse brisket thoroughly in cool water and place into a large Dutch oven. Generously coat beef with brown sugar on all sides. Pour Irish stout beer around roast, followed by beef stock. Liquid should cover brisket by about 1 inch; add another beer if more liquid is needed.
  • Place onion, garlic, bay leaves, spike packet from corned beef, and peppercorns into liquid. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover Dutch oven. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours, turning brisket over in the beer mixture every 30 minutes. Place potatoes and carrots around roast, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cabbage wedges and simmer until tender, about 10 more minutes. Brisket should easily pull apart with your fingers or a fork.
  • Transfer vegetables to a serving bowl and place corned beef on a serving platter; let meat rest 10 minutes before slicing across the grain to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.4 calories, Carbohydrate 74.3 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1289.8 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. A chuck roast or brisket is a good option, as they are both tough cuts of meat that will benefit from the long cooking time.
  • Brown the beef before boiling it. This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Use a large pot. You will need a pot that is large enough to hold all of the ingredients.
  • Add the vegetables in stages. This will help to ensure that they all cook evenly.
  • Season the broth to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Serve the boiled dinner with a side of mashed potatoes, cabbage, or carrots.

Conclusion:

A real Irish boiled dinner is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and succulent, the vegetables are cooked to perfection, and the broth is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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