Cabbage and Bacon – Fried cabbage with smoked bacon
Irish Cabbage and Bacon is a traditional dish that showcases the heartiness of Irish cuisine. It features slices of back bacon, which is boiled until tender and served alongside cabbage that has been simmered to perfection. The dish is often accompanied by a creamy parsley sauce, enhancing its flavors and adding richness. This comforting meal is typically enjoyed with potatoes, making it a wholesome option for family dinners or festive occasions. Its simplicity and robust flavors make it a beloved staple in Irish households.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a hearty, traditional Irish dish that will bring a taste of Ireland to your table. This simple recipe for Cabbage and Bacon, brought to you by Warren Nash, is a perfect way to honor Irish heritage with minimal ingredients but maximum flavor. Here's how you can recreate this classic meal at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg ham or gammon joint
- 1 large white cabbage
- Salt (optional, to taste)
- Potatoes (as an accompaniment, quantity to personal preference)
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 80 minutes
Total Time: 90 minutes
Servings: 4-6 people
Equipment:
- Large saucepan with a lid
- Spoon for skimming
- Colander
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
Cooking Tips:
- Rinse the cabbage thoroughly to remove any residual dirt.
- Allow both the meat and cabbage to rest after cooking to enhance the flavor and tenderness.
- The fat from the ham will flavor the cabbage, so there's no need for extra oil or butter.
Instructions:
1. Fill your large saucepan with cold water and ensure there's enough water to cover the ham or gammon joint fully.
2. Carefully place the bacon into the pan, cover with the lid, and set it over the hob to bring it to the boiling point.
3. Once boiling, remove the lid and skim off any white foam on the surface—this foam comes from the salt in the ham.
4. Replace the lid, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for about 60 minutes, or approximately 30 minutes per 500 grams of meat.
5. While the meat is cooking, prepare the cabbage by cutting off the base and slicing it into strips.
6. Place the cabbage strips into a colander, rinse thoroughly under cold water, and then leave the cabbage to drain off excess water.
7. After the ham has cooked for the indicated time, make space in the saucepan and add all of the cabbage.
8. Use a wooden spoon to mix the cabbage with the ham juices, ensuring the cabbage is well coated with the fat to impart flavor.
9. Continue to simmer everything for an additional 20 minutes with the lid off, allowing the cabbage to soften and absorb the flavors.
10. Carefully remove the ham from the pan, set it aside to rest, and then carefully drain the cabbage, allowing all the water to run off.
11. As the cabbage is draining, slice the ham into serving-size steaks.
12. Serve the cabbage with the sliced bacon on top and provide boiled, mashed, or roasted potatoes to complete this traditionally Irish meal.
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For more traditional Irish cooking, visit Warren Nash's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WarrenNash
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