Savory Gaelic Irish Steaks with Barley Tea Cream and Colcannon
Savory Gaelic Irish Steaks with barley tea Cream and Colcannon is a heartwarming dish that beautifully combines tender sirloin steak with creamy, flavorful colcannon. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering. The rich flavors infused from the barley tea marinade elevate the succulent steak, while the comforting mashed potatoes mixed with kale provide a nutritious side that complements the meal perfectly. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pieces sirloin steak
- 1/4 cup barley tea
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets)
- 1 cup kale (or cabbage)
- 1 cup cream
- 1/2 cup shallots (or onions)
Instructions
- Marinate sirloin steaks in barley tea for 30 minutes.
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes until tender; mash with butter and stir in chopped kale until wilted.
- Sauté shallots in melted butter until translucent.
- Sear marinated steaks in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, then let rest.
- In the same skillet, add cream and sautéed shallots; simmer until thickened.
- Serve steak slices drizzled with cream sauce alongside colcannon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with colcannon (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg