Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe
This Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe is a classic, hearty Irish-inspired meal perfect for a comforting dinner. Tender corned beef is slow-cooked with savory spices, then simmered with fresh vegetables including potatoes, carrots, onions, and cabbage. The slow cooker method ensures the beef is juicy and flavorful while the vegetables absorb the rich broth, making for an effortless, nourishing dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced into quarters
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1–2 inch chunks
- 12 small red potatoes
- ½ head green cabbage, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Corned Beef: Unwrap the corned beef brisket and place it in the slow cooker with the fat side facing up. Sprinkle the included spice packet evenly over the top of the brisket for enhanced flavor.
- Add Broth and Cook: Pour the low-sodium beef broth into the slow cooker around the corned beef. Cover the cooker and set it to low. Allow the beef to cook gently for 5 hours to develop tenderness.
- Add Root Vegetables: After 5 hours, add the quartered onions, peeled and chunked carrots, and small red potatoes to the slow cooker. Cover and continue cooking on low for an additional hour, allowing the vegetables to soften.
- Add Cabbage: Next, add the green cabbage wedges on top of the other ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2 more hours, letting the cabbage steam and absorb the flavors.
- Rest and Slice Beef: Remove the cooked corned beef from the slow cooker onto a cutting board and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Trim away any excess fat then slice the meat thinly against the grain into approximately 1/4 inch thick slices to ensure tender bites.
- Serve: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked vegetables from the slow cooker onto a serving platter alongside the sliced corned beef. Serve warm and enjoy this classic meal.
Notes
- For best results, use a fresh corned beef brisket including the spice packet provided by the retailer.
- Low-sodium beef broth is recommended to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Slicing the beef against the grain ensures tender, easy-to-chew pieces.
- You can keep leftovers refrigerated for up to 3-4 days and reheat gently.
- This recipe pairs well with mustard or horseradish sauce on the side.
Keywords: corned beef, cabbage, slow cooker, Irish recipe, St. Patrick's Day, comfort food, beef brisket, potatoes, carrots
