This classic Irish American dish features tender corned beef brisket slow-cooked with flavorful spices, accompanied by cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. It is a traditional meal often enjoyed on St. Patrick's Day. Follow this simple recipe to create a hearty and delicious meal that will satisfy your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds corned beef brisket
- 6 cups water
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 small head of cabbage, cut into wedges
- 6 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 6 potatoes, peeled and quartered
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, place the corned beef brisket, water, onion, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and coriander seeds. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, add the cabbage, carrots, and potatoes to the pot.
- Cover and continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the corned beef from the pot and slice it against the grain.
- Serve the sliced corned beef with the cooked cabbage, carrots, and potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy a delicious and comforting meal!
Interesting Facts
Corned beef and cabbage is not a traditional Irish dish. It originated in America when Irish immigrants substituted corned beef for their traditional bacon in an effort to make a familiar dish in their new homeland.
The term 'corned' beef refers to the salted beef brisket, which was historically preserved with large grains of salt called 'corns.'
The cooking process of corned beef helps tenderize the tough cut of meat, making it juicy and flavorful.
Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamins C and K, as well as fiber, and adds a healthy element to this hearty dish.