Description
Hearty Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup celebrates classic comfort from Ireland’s culinary landscape. Creamy potatoes, smoky bacon, and tender cabbage meld together, inviting you to savor each spoonful of rich, warming goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 slices irish bacon, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
Seasonings and Garnish:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Render bacon in a large pot over medium heat until golden and crisp, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer crispy bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving rendered fat in the pot.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in the bacon drippings until softened and translucent, releasing their aromatic essence, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer and allowing flavors to meld.
- Introduce shredded cabbage and diced potatoes to the simmering broth, ensuring vegetables are fully submerged. Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes become tender and cabbage softens.
- Carefully adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and fine-tuning the flavor profile.
- Ladle the steaming soup into warm bowls, generously garnishing with the reserved crispy bacon bits and a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut Irish bacon for authentic flavor and extra crispy texture.
- Swap bacon for pancetta or smoked turkey bacon to accommodate dietary preferences.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content and customize seasoning.
- Consider adding a splash of cream or milk for a richer, more luxurious soup consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27-28 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg