Not your mom’s Corned Beef And Cabbage!
It turns out that corned beef and cabbage are more of an American St. Patrick’s Day tradition. Rumor has it that long ago, beef was not readily available in Ireland, so their meal was centered around bacon or ham. When the Irish came to America it was the opposite. Corned Beef was much cheaper and more accessible, so it became the meal of choice for Irish Americans.
Today it would be almost impossible to walk through a grocery store in the US around St. Patrick’s Day without seeing mounding displays of Corned Beef, Irish Soda Bread and Guinness Beer. And although I personally love an excuse to make a themed meal, until this year St. Patrick’s Day hasn’t been one I’ve participated in.
To be honest, St. Pat’s celebration in our household usually consists of wearing a green item of clothing. Except most years I forget about it, and when someone confronts me for not donning the grassy color I quickly remind them of my green eyes that I wear everyday. So peace out girl scouts.✌
This year things are a bit different. Since my full time job is to develop yummy recipes and share them with you – I’m all about celebrating each and every holiday to the full extent!✨ Well at least the food that is associated with it – don’t expect me to be turning out in a green jumpsuit or dying my hair anytime soon. Although, I’m sure it would really accentuate my eyes.
Less about my personal features and more about the delicious food that helps us celebrate this fabulous holiday.
I went with the Irish American tradition of Corned Beef And Cabbage. But you know me, I always have to spice things up a little bit. I cooked my meat and veggies with the included spice packet along with some chicken stock, beer and water.
Then finished my corned beef under the broiler so the fat got all golden and crispy. WHOA – so tasty – and think about the Reuben sandwiches that are in my future!!!
I reserved my veggies because I’m not one to waste food, and I’m also not one to seek out boiled carrots and cabbage. So I veered slightly away from tradition and made some Honey Harissa Rainbow Carrots with a yogurt sauce.
Carrots are naturally sweet so adding a little heat really enhances their inherent flavors. And the yogurt sauce has a really nice cooling effect that brings out their earthiness. So yummy – I will be adding these to my regular veggie line up!
Now let’s talk cabbage. As I stated I’m not one for mushy veggies. I actually prefer mine with some texture and a little crunch… Which is exactly the way I prepared my cabbage:
- First I cut it into 8 wedges and seasoned with salt and pepper…
- Added some olive oil to a sauté pan and cooked both sides of each wedge for 1 minute…
- Then roasted them in the oven for 20 minutes on 350 degrees.
Purrrfection I tell you! MEOOOW. Sweet, salty, a little crispy with a drizzle of the spicy sauce leftover from the carrots. I’m not sure I’ll be able to eat cabbage any other way from now on!
I’m so glad I got on board the St. Patty’s Day food train this year – and if you even have a wee-bit of Irish in ya, then I hope you’ll do the same. Traditions are a wonderful thing but it’s also fantastic to make your own, according to your personal tastes. Go ahead my friend…get creative and play with your food! Bon folláin!
Click here for the Honey Harissa Rainbow Carrot recipe!
Click here for the Sweet & Spicy Roasted Cabbage recipe!
Corned Beef And Cabbage With A Twist! Cooked in spices, stock, & beer, finished in the broiler, with Honey Harissa Carrots & seared roasted cabbage wedges! If you prefer to make your own pickling spice here's what you will need: This nutrition card uses an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. This estimate is not a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice!Corned Beef And Cabbage With Horseradish Sauce
Ingredients
For The Corned Beef:
For The Creamy Horseradish Sauce:
Instructions
For The Corned Beef:
For The Horseradish Sauce:
Notes
Nutrition Information
Yield
12
Serving Size
4 oz corned beef, plus cabbage
Amount Per Serving
Calories 602Total Fat 35gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 17gCholesterol 171mgSodium 338mgCarbohydrates 18gFiber 2gSugar 5gProtein 49g
Kim says
Loved having the cabbage this way. Looks prettier and even better taste with the nice sear. The entire meal was flavorful and more lively than the traditional dish. I added the veggies the last hour of cooking and taste great!
Gretchen says
You know I love my holiday recipes!!! I can’t say it enough….your pictures are AMAZING!!!!
Gretchen says
Love celebrating holidays…thanks for a new way to look at corned beef and cabbage….and those carrots???
holly says
Aww you’re so welcome and it was absolutely my pleasure! Thanks for the kind words Gretchen! Happy St.Patrick’s Day!!?
[email protected] ever after says
I like your interpretation of St Patty’s Day corned beef and cabbage. Hate mushy cabbage too and roasting it makes it so much yummier! And the honey harissa carrots are genius! I’m going to make those with everything! 🙂
holly says
Thanks Karrie! I took a few liberties with this recipe but I’m so glad I did!? And I’m with you on the carrots – they’re my new BFF!