Chef John’s Corned Beef and Cabbage

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Chef John's Corned Beef and Cabbage: A Classic Irish-American Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hr 45 min

Ready In

2 hr 55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

428

Sugar

Fat

24g

Chef John's Corned Beef and Cabbage is a classic Irish-American dish that's perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day or any cold-weather meal. Corned beef is a cut of beef that has been cured in a seasoned brine, and it's often served alongside potatoes and cabbage. This dish has been popular in the United States since the 19th century, when Irish immigrants introduced it to the country. Today, it's a common comfort food that's easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Chef John's version is particularly flavorful thanks to the addition of the spice packet that comes with the brisket. If you're looking for a hearty meal to warm you up on a chilly night, look no further than Chef John's Corned Beef and Cabbage.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water and place it in a large pot. Cover it with 3 quarts of water and add the onion, carrots, celery, salt, and the spice packet that came with the brisket.
2.	Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the brisket with the lid on for 2 hours.
3.	Add the halved red potatoes and continue to cook for another 30 minutes until they are tender.
4.	Finally, add the cabbage wedges to the pot and cook them for 10-15 minutes until they are wilted and soft.
5.	Remove the corned beef from the pot and slice it against the grain. Serve it alongside the vegetables and some good mustard on the side.

PROS

Chef John’s Corned Beef and Cabbage is a classic Irish-American dish that is hearty and filling.

It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a St.
Patrick’s Day celebration or any cold-weather meal.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium, so it may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

Also, because it contains beef and potatoes, it may not be the most heart-healthy dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While corned beef and potatoes don’t offer a ton of nutritional benefits, this dish does contain a good amount of fiber, protein, and vitamin C from the cabbage.
If you’re looking to make it a bit healthier, try using leaner cuts of beef or using a mix of root vegetables instead of just potatoes.

	1 corned beef brisket with spice packet
	3 quarts water
	1 onion , quartered
	3 carrots , cut into large chunks
	3 stalks celery , cut into 2-inch pieces
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 pounds red potatoes , halved
	1 small head cabbage , cut into eighths