Best 5 Colcannon Irish Potato Salad Recipes

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Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that is typically served on Halloween or St. Patrick's Day. It is a hearty and flavorful dish made with mashed potatoes, kale or cabbage, and other vegetables. There are many different variations of colcannon, but the most common ingredients include potatoes, cabbage or kale, onions, butter, milk, and salt and pepper. Some variations also include bacon, sausage, or ham. Colcannon can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is often served with Irish soda bread or Guinness. This article provides three different recipes for colcannon: a traditional recipe, a vegetarian recipe, and a vegan recipe. The traditional recipe includes bacon and sausage, while the vegetarian recipe omits the meat and uses vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The vegan recipe is dairy-free and egg-free, and uses almond milk instead of cow's milk and vegan butter instead of regular butter. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COLCANNON IRISH POTATOES



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My mother came from Ireland as a teen and brought this homey recipe with her. I find that it's a fantastic way to get my family to eat cooked cabbage-it is hidden in Grandma's potatoes! -Marie Pagel, Lena, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, until potatoes are almost tender, 8-10 minutes., Add cabbage and onion; cook, covered, until cabbage is tender, 5-7 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Add salt and pepper; mash to desired consistency, gradually adding butter and milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY IRISH COLCANNON



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Traditional Irish potato dish, very easy to make. Bear in mind that the UK and Ireland weren't exactly known for their cuisine, but for authenticity, this is what you want. For unauthentic but enhanced flavor, you can add bacon bits, or Cheddar cheese, or both.

Provided by Spy Glass

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 head cabbage, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
¼ cup butter, softened
½ cup half-and-half cream
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes, cabbage, and green onions into a large sauce pan, fill with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain the vegetables and place into a large bowl. Mash the potatoes and vegetables with the butter using a fork until the mixture is chunky, pouring in half-and-half gradually as you mash. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 113.2 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

COLCANNON



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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds potatoes, scrubbed
2 sticks butter
1 1/4 cups hot milk
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head cabbage, cored and finely shredded
1 (1-pound) piece ham or bacon, cooked the day before
4 scallions, finely chopped
Chopped parsley leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Steam the potatoes in their skins for 30 minutes. Peel them using a knife and fork. Chop with a knife before mashing. Mash thoroughly to remove all the lumps. Add 1 stick of butter in pieces. Gradually add hot milk, stirring all the time. Season with a few grinds of black pepper.
  • Boil the cabbage in unsalted water until it turns a darker color. Add 2 tablespoons butter to tenderize it. Cover with lid for 2 minutes. Drain thoroughly before returning it to the pan. Chop into small pieces.
  • Put the ham in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 45 minutes until tender. Drain. Remove any fat and chop into small pieces.
  • Add cabbage, scallions, and ham to mashed potatoes, stirring them in gently.
  • Serve in individual soup plates. Make an indentation on the top by swirling a wooden spoon. Put 1 tablespoon of butter into each indentation. Sprinkle with parsley.

COLCANNON



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Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish for St. Patrick's Day. It's everything you love about creamy mashed potatoes with the hearty twist of cabbage or kale.

Categories     Easter     spring     St. Patrick's Day     パン     dinner     side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lb.) scrubbed clean
2 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. salt, plus additional to taste
6 tbsp. butter, plus additional for serving
4 c. chopped green cabbage, kale, or a mixture of both
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 bunch green onions, chopped and divided
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 c. half-and-half

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 2-inch pieces. Add them to a Dutch oven and cover with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of salt. Boil, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes in a colander and set aside.
  • In the same Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cabbage or mixture of greens, the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and the pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the cabbage mixture ;is softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the green onions for garnish and add the remaining green onion and garlic into the cabbage mixture. Cook, stirring often, until the garlic is lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the half-and-half and cook 2 to 3 minutes until warm. Add the potatoes, then mash and stir until the mixture is well combined. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Transfer the colcannon to a serving dish and top with more butter, if preferred. Sprinkle with the reserved 1/4 cup green onions.

COLCANNON POTATOES



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Every Irish family has its own colcannon recipe, since it's a classic dish. My recipe comes from my father's family in Ireland. It's part of my St. Pat's menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread. -Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), shredded
4 pounds medium potatoes (about 8), peeled and quartered
2 cups whole milk
1 cup chopped green onions
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, melted
Minced fresh parsley
Crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Place cabbage and 2 cups water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, reserving cooking liquid; keep cabbage warm in separate dish., In same pan, combine potatoes and reserved cooking liquid. Add additional water to cover potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, place milk, green onions, salt and pepper in a small saucepan; bring just to a boil and remove from heat., Drain potatoes; place in a large bowl and mash. Add milk mixture; beat just until blended. Stir in cabbage. To serve, drizzle with butter; top with parsley and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips and Conclusion

If you are looking for a unique and delicious potato salad, then colcannon is the perfect dish for you! This Irish potato salad is made with creamy mashed potatoes, tender cabbage, and a variety of other flavorful ingredients. Here are a few tips for making the best colcannon:

  • Use high-quality potatoes. Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are both good choices for colcannon.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are very soft. This will make them easy to mash and will help the colcannon have a smooth texture.
  • Use fresh cabbage. Green cabbage or savoy cabbage are both good choices.
  • Shred the cabbage finely. This will help it cook evenly and will make it easier to mix into the potatoes.
  • Use a variety of flavorful ingredients. In addition to the potatoes and cabbage, colcannon can also include ingredients such as onions, garlic, leeks, carrots, celery, and herbs.
  • Season the colcannon to taste. Salt, pepper, and butter are all good choices for seasoning colcannon.
  • Serve the colcannon hot or cold. Colcannon can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Colcannon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, and it is also a perfect dish for St. Patrick's Day. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting potato salad recipe, give colcannon a try!

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