Recipe: Corned Beef and Cabbage (Pressure Cooker) ๐ฅฉ๐ฅฌ
Description: This cherished recipe, passed down from a dear friend, celebrates the hearty flavors of corned beef and cabbage, traditionally enjoyed during St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Embrace the convenience of a pressure cooker to elevate this classic dish to new heights of tenderness and flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | Water |
| 2 1/2 lbs | Corned beef brisket |
| 3 cloves | Garlic |
| 2 | Bay leaves |
| 4 | Carrots |
| 1 head | Cabbage |
| 6 | Potatoes |
| 3 | Turnips |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 712
- Fat Content: 36.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 185.1mg
- Sodium Content: 2255.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 55.2g
- Fiber Content: 10.7g
- Sugar Content: 10.8g
- Protein Content: 41.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pressure Cooker:
- Pour water into the pressure cooker, ensuring it covers the base adequately.
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Cook the Corned Beef:
- Place the corned beef brisket into the cooker.
- Over high heat, bring the water to a rolling boil.
- Skim any residue from the surface to maintain clarity and flavor.
- Add the garlic cloves and bay leaves into the cooker.
- Securely fasten the lid.
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Pressure Cooking Phase 1:
- Over high heat, bring the cooker to high pressure.
- Once at pressure, reduce the heat to maintain the pressure level.
- Allow the brisket to cook for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, ensuring it becomes tender and flavorful.
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Vegetable Addition:
- Following the manufacturer’s directions, release the pressure and carefully remove the lid.
- Add the carrots, cabbage, potatoes, and turnips into the cooker, gently stirring them into the flavorful broth surrounding the brisket.
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Pressure Cooking Phase 2:
- Secure the lid once again.
- Over high heat, bring the steam to high pressure.
- Reduce the heat to maintain the pressure, allowing the vegetables to cook for approximately 6 minutes, ensuring they reach the desired tenderness while retaining their vibrant colors and nutrients.
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Final Steps:
- Following the manufacturer’s instructions, release the pressure from the cooker and remove the lid.
- Your Corned Beef and Cabbage are now ready to be served, boasting tender meat and perfectly cooked vegetables!
- Accompany this delightful dish with horseradish sauce for an added kick of flavor.
Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe, perfect for cozy family dinners or festive St. Patrick’s Day gatherings. Embrace the ease and efficiency of pressure cooking while savoring the traditional tastes that warm the heart and soul! ๐๐ฅ๐
