Ham hock colcannon
Cooking With KidsA traditional Irish dish showcasing a perfect harmony of textures, featuring a buttery, cream-enriched potato mash folded with crisp cabbage and scallions. The addition of smoked meat morsels and a crowning egg creates a deep, satisfying profile, perfect for a warming and character-filled meal.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Peel and cut the potatoes into even, medium-sized chunks. Put in a large pan filled with cold salted water, bring to the boil and cook for 10-15 mins until a knife can be inserted into the potatoes easily.
- 2Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large sauté pan over a medium heat. Add the garlic, cabbage, spring onions and some seasoning. Stir occasionally until the cabbage is wilted but still retains a little bite, then set aside.
- 3
Nutrition
- Calories
- 1021
- Protein
- 28.2g
- Carbs
- 162.3g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Electric hand mixer
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Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
For a rich and creamy texture, be sure to dry the potatoes thoroughly after boiling and mash them while they are still piping hot with butter and a splash of warm milk. For a delicious kosher version, swap the pork for pieces of smoked beef brisket or finely chopped smoked turkey. Kids will love helping mash the potatoes and stir in the green cabbage.
Culinary reasoning
A traditional Irish dish showcasing a perfect harmony of textures, featuring a buttery, cream-enriched potato mash folded with crisp cabbage and scallions. The addition of smoked meat morsels and a crowning egg creates a deep, satisfying profile, perfect for a warming and character-filled meal.
