Name: Corned Beef and Cabbage
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-484384H59M48S
Total time: PT-484384H59M48S
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: Corned Beef Brisket – 3-4 pound brisket, preferably with the spice packet included.; Water or Beef Broth – Helps cook the meat while adding flavor.; Garlic – 3 cloves, smashed.; Onion – 1 onion, quartered.; Carrots – 3 carrots, cut into chunks.; Potatoes – 4-6 potatoes, halved.; Cabbage – 1 medium cabbage, quartered.; Bay Leaves – 2 leaves.; Peppercorns – 1 teaspoon.; Mustard Seeds – 1 teaspoon.

Description

A classic comfort dish, Corned Beef and Cabbage is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare. With tender, slow-cooked beef, buttery cabbage, and perfectly seasoned vegetables, this meal is a St. Patrick’s Day favorite but just as delicious any time of year.

Ingredients

Corned Beef Brisket – 3-4 pound brisket, preferably with the spice packet included.
Water or Beef Broth – Helps cook the meat while adding flavor.
Garlic – 3 cloves, smashed.
Onion – 1 onion, quartered.
Carrots – 3 carrots, cut into chunks.
Potatoes – 4-6 potatoes, halved.
Cabbage – 1 medium cabbage, quartered.
Bay Leaves – 2 leaves.
Peppercorns – 1 teaspoon.
Mustard Seeds – 1 teaspoon.

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Instructions

Prepare the Corned Beef:
- Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess salt.
- Place it fat side up in a large pot, slow cooker, or Instant Pot.
- Add the spice packet, 1 onion (quartered), 3 garlic cloves, and 2 bay leaves.
Choose Your Cooking Method:

Stovetop Method (Traditional):
- Cover with water or beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 2 ½ – 3 hours, or until fork-tender.
Slow Cooker Method (Easy & Hands-Off):
- Add corned beef and enough water or broth to cover.
- Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
Instant Pot Method (Quickest):
- Add 4 cups of liquid and set to HIGH pressure for 90 minutes.
- Allow natural release for 15 minutes before opening.
Add the Vegetables:
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking (or after pressure release for Instant Pot):
  - Add carrots (cut into chunks), potatoes (halved), and cabbage (quartered).
  - Continue simmering until tender.
    
    Slice & Serve:
    - Remove corned beef and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
    - Serve with buttery cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, spooning broth over everything.

Notes

Don’t Skip the Rinse – Washing off excess brine prevents the dish from being too salty.
Cook Low & Slow – Ensures the beef stays juicy and tender.
Slice Against the Grain – For the most tender bites, cut across the muscle fibers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6th of the recipe
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Stovetop Method (Traditional):

Slow Cooker Method (Easy & Hands-Off):

Instant Pot Method (Quickest):