Colcannon

A classic Irish side dish featuring mashed potatoes and cabbage fried with onions for a crispy texture.

Vegetarian Side Dish Potatoes Gluten Free Irish Cuisine

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

393.3

kcal / serving

786.5 kcal total

Carbs

52.3g

per serving

104.5 g total

Fat

19.1g

per serving

38.2 g total

Protein

7.4g

per serving

14.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy

Cream

optional

NutsSeeds

piece

Salt

to taste

piece

Black Pepper

to taste

OilsFats

Bacon Fat

or beef dripping or oil, for frying

Vegetables

500

Potato

floury, cooked

250

Cabbage

shredded and lightly steamed

piece

Onion

large, sliced thinly

Method

Mash the cooked potatoes and mix thoroughly with the steamed cabbage and cream.

Turn the mixture again until all layers are browned and crispy.

Press the remaining mixture on top and fry for several more minutes.

Cut the mixture into quarters and turn them over carefully.

Fry for 5 minutes until the bottom is well browned and crispy.

Press half the potato mixture in an even layer over the onions.

Fry the sliced onion in the fat over moderate heat until soft and browning.

Season the mixture well with salt and black pepper.