Colcannon Cakes With Bacon Jam

Colcannon Cakes with Bacon Jam is a traditional Northern Irish dish with a delicious twist. These savory potato cakes are filled with creamy mashed potatoes and tender cabbage, then topped with a sweet and savory bacon jam. They make a perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal.

Colcannon Cakes With Bacon Jam

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with the milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and sauté the onion and cabbage in the bacon fat until softened.
  3. Combine the mashed potatoes, cooked cabbage mixture, and crispy bacon. Form the mixture into 8 patties and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the colcannon cakes for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Serve the colcannon cakes with a dollop of bacon jam on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
8g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Skillet Mixing bowl Spatula

Tools

Potato masher Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the colcannon cakes with a side of mixed greens and a dollop of sour cream.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use leftover mashed potatoes and cooked cabbage for this recipe.

Cost

$10