Ham hock colcannon
Ham hock colcannon is a pork recipe from Irish. It uses 9 ingredients, including floury potatoes, butter, garlic clove, cabbage, spring onions, double cream and more. The method is broken into 4 steps with measured ingredients.
Method
- 1
Peel 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.
- 2
Meanwhile, 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
Drain the potatoes, leave to steam-dry for a couple of mins, then mash with the cream, mustard and seasoning in the same saucepan. Stir in the cabbage and ham hock. Keep warm over a low heat.
- 4
Reheat the pan you used to cook the cabbage (no need to wash first), add a splash of oil, crack in the eggs and fry to your liking. To serve, divide the colcannon between bowls and top each with a fried egg.
About this recipe
What is Ham hock colcannon?
Ham hock colcannon is a pork recipe from Irish. It uses 9 ingredients, including floury potatoes, butter, garlic clove, cabbage, spring onions, double cream and more. The method is broken into 4 steps with measured ingredients.
Where is Ham hock colcannon from?
Ham hock colcannon is a Irish dish — the recipe on this page uses the ingredients and method typical of that cuisine.
How many ingredients does Ham hock colcannon need?
This recipe uses 9 ingredients, each with a measure in the list on this page.
Is Ham hock colcannon vegetarian?
This recipe is marked Pork, so it is not identified as vegetarian or vegan. Check the ingredient list to match your diet.
Is there a video guide for Ham hock colcannon?
Yes — a YouTube walkthrough is linked on this page.
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