Buttery Irish Colcannon with Sautéed Cabbage
Classic Colcannon Irish Potato Recipe with Cabbage is a traditional Irish side dish made with creamy mashed potatoes blended with tender sautéed cabbage, butter, and scallions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup warm whole milk
3 green onions, sliced
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place peeled and chopped potatoes in a pot of salted cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well.
- In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add shredded cabbage and cook until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Mash the drained potatoes. Stir in remaining butter and warm milk until creamy.
- Fold in cooked cabbage and sliced green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm with a small pat of butter if desired.
Notes
Warm the milk before adding to keep the texture smooth. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light mash. Adjust the amount of cabbage to preference.