Description
Irish comfort food reaches new heights with classic colcannon mashed potatoes, blending creamy potatoes and tender cabbage into a hearty side dish. Potato lovers savor this traditional Irish recipe that brings warmth and rustic charm to any meal you’ll want to devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup fresh green cabbage, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
Dairy Components:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more for serving)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Meticulously peel Russet potatoes and slice into uniform quarters, then thoroughly rinse under cold running water to remove excess starch.
- Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil, carefully submerge potato quarters and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes easily yield to a fork’s gentle pressure.
- Meanwhile, select a skillet and place over medium heat, allowing butter to melt and shimmer before introducing finely chopped cabbage and green onions, sautéing until vegetables become tender and slightly translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Once potatoes reach optimal tenderness, drain completely and return to the hot cooking pot, using a potato masher to transform into a smooth, velvety texture.
- Introduce heavy cream and additional butter into the mashed potatoes, stirring vigorously until achieving a luxurious, creamy consistency, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Delicately incorporate the sautéed cabbage and green onion mixture into the creamy potato base, gently folding to distribute vegetables evenly without compromising the potatoes’ delicate texture.
- Transfer to a serving dish and present immediately while piping hot, allowing diners to appreciate the rich, comforting essence of this traditional Irish side dish.
Notes
- Potato Selection Matters: Choose starchy Russet potatoes for the fluffiest, most velvety texture that absorbs cream and butter beautifully.
- Salting Water Technique: Add plenty of salt to the boiling water to season potatoes deeply from the inside out, enhancing overall flavor.
- Vegetarian Adaptation: Swap butter with olive oil or plant-based butter to create a dairy-free version without compromising rich, creamy consistency.
- Temperature Control: Keep potatoes hot when mashing to prevent lumps and ensure smooth, silky results that blend seamlessly with sautéed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 236 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg