Description
Hearty Irish-American classic Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage brings comfort straight from traditional kitchens to your dinner table. Tender meat and vegetables slow-cook into a rich, satisfying meal perfect for celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day or enjoying a warm, home-style dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3–4 pounds corned beef brisket (with seasoning packet)
- 1 small head of cabbage
- 4–5 medium potatoes
- 4 large carrots
- 1 onion
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3–4 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Liquid:
- 4 cups beef broth
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Position the corned beef brisket fat side up in the crockpot, sprinkling the seasoning packet evenly across the surface for maximum flavor infusion.
- Create a vegetable foundation around the meat by layering chopped onions, whole carrots, quartered potatoes, minced garlic, bay leaf, and whole black peppercorns to enhance the dish’s aromatic profile.
- Develop a rich cooking liquid by combining beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, ensuring complete coverage of the meat and vegetables.
- Set the crockpot to LOW temperature and slow cook for 8-10 hours, or alternatively use HIGH setting for 4-5 hours, allowing the meat to become supremely tender and absorb all surrounding flavors.
- One hour before completion, strategically place cabbage wedges atop the cooking ingredients, allowing them to steam and soften while absorbing the savory cooking juices.
- After cooking, carefully transfer the brisket to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes to redistribute internal moisture.
- Slice the corned beef against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness, creating clean, even cuts that showcase the meat’s succulent texture.
- Plate the sliced brisket alongside the perfectly cooked vegetables, drizzling remaining cooking liquid for added moisture and flavor.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a bright, herbaceous finish to this traditional Irish-inspired comfort meal.
Notes
- Choose a well-marbled corned beef brisket for maximum tenderness and flavor depth during slow cooking.
- Rinse the corned beef before cooking to reduce excessive saltiness and remove surface brine.
- Cut vegetables in large, uniform chunks to ensure even cooking and prevent mushy textures.
- Layer vegetables strategically around the meat to absorb rich cooking juices and enhance overall taste profile.
- For lower sodium diets, replace packaged seasoning with fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary.
- Trim excess fat before cooking to reduce greasiness while maintaining meat’s moisture.
- Insert a meat thermometer to verify internal temperature reaches 145°F for safe consumption.
- Consider using beer or red wine instead of broth for deeper, more complex flavor development.
- Verify seasoning packet ingredients and use certified gluten-free mustard.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (or 10 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 45
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg