Colcannon

Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Colcannon
45 min.
8
163kcal
17.94%sweetness
100%saltiness
24.49%sourness
26.97%bitterness
40.71%savoriness
53.97%fattiness
0%spiciness

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Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that combines mashed potatoes with cooked cabbage or kale, and is often served as a side dish. It's a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for cold winter days. The addition of bacon gives it a delicious savory flavor, while the spring onions add a nice touch of freshness. This recipe is also gluten-free, making it a great option for those with gluten intolerances or allergies.

With a glycemic index of 38.97 and a glycemic load of 13.22, this dish is a good choice for those watching their blood sugar levels. It also has a high nutrition score of 16.02%, indicating that it provides a good amount of essential nutrients. The flavonoid content is particularly impressive, with notable amounts of apigenin, luteolin, kaempferol, myricetin, and quercetin.

In terms of taste, Colcannon offers a well-balanced profile. It has a good level of savoriness, with a touch of sweetness, saltiness, and spiciness. The bitterness and fattiness are also present, rounding out the flavor experience. Overall, this classic Irish dish is a tasty and nutritious option that's sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

  • pieces bacon crisp cooked
  • servings butter 
  •  cabbage 
  •  spring onion chopped
  • cup milk 
  • tablespoon parsley chopped
  • 0.5 tsp pepper 
  • 1.5 pounds potatoes peeled
  • tablespoon salt 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Cut into top of cabbage and hollow it out, leaving 3-4 outside leaves intact, reserving the hollowed-out portion. Plunge the hollowed-out head into large amount of boiling water; simmer 5 minutes or until tender-crisp. It must hold its shape. Cool quickly in cold water; invert and drain.Chop reserved cabbage pieces, measure 1 1/2 cups. Stir fry in butter along with green onions until tender. Set aside. Boil and mash potatoes adding milk and seasonings. Stir in the sauteed mixture and parsley.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories163kcal
    Protein11.13%
    Fat33.4%
    Carbs55.47%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    38.97
    Glycemic Load
    13.22
    Inflammation Score
    -6
    Nutrition Score
    16.021304347826%

    Flavonoids

    Apigenin
    1.17mg
    Luteolin
    0.12mg
    Kaempferol
    1.01mg
    Myricetin
    0.07mg
    Quercetin
    1.88mg

    Taste

    Sweetness:
    17.94%
    Saltiness:
    100%
    Sourness:
    24.49%
    Bitterness:
    26.97%
    Savoriness:
    40.71%
    Fattiness:
    53.97%
    Spiciness:
    0%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:162.85kcal
    8.14%
    Fat:6.34g
    9.75%
    Saturated Fat:3.57g
    22.31%
    Carbohydrates:23.68g
    7.89%
    Net Carbohydrates:18.68g
    6.79%
    Sugar:5.98g
    6.64%
    Cholesterol:16.23mg
    5.41%
    Sodium:961.28mg
    41.79%
    Protein:4.75g
    9.51%
    Vitamin K:115.35µg
    109.86%
    Vitamin C:60.65mg
    73.52%
    Vitamin B6:0.42mg
    21.2%
    Fiber:4.99g
    19.96%
    Potassium:632.85mg
    18.08%
    Manganese:0.35mg
    17.33%
    Folate:69.1µg
    17.28%
    Phosphorus:117.77mg
    11.78%
    Vitamin B1:0.17mg
    11.18%
    Calcium:102.72mg
    10.27%
    Magnesium:39.56mg
    9.89%
    Vitamin A:420.84IU
    8.42%
    Iron:1.39mg
    7.74%
    Vitamin B2:0.13mg
    7.44%
    Vitamin B3:1.36mg
    6.81%
    Vitamin B5:0.64mg
    6.37%
    Copper:0.13mg
    6.27%
    Zinc:0.66mg
    4.38%
    Vitamin B12:0.19µg
    3.12%
    Selenium:1.84µg
    2.63%
    Vitamin E:0.38mg
    2.51%
    Vitamin D:0.35µg
    2.31%
    Source:Foodista