Authentic Irish Boiled Ham Dinner Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 pounds smoked pork shoulder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 6 potatoes, peeled
• 1 large head cabbage, quartered
• 2 large onions, quartered
• 8 ounces carrots, cut in half
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Instructions

1. In a large pot, submerge the smoked ham or pork shoulder in water, ensuring it's fully covered. Season generously with salt and pepper, then cover the pot and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for approximately 30 minutes.
2. Introduce the potatoes, cabbage, onions, and carrots into the simmering pot, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Bundle green beans together using kitchen string and add them to the pot. Recover and continue cooking until the carrots and potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, typically around 25 minutes.
3. Carefully remove the pork from the pot and arrange it on a serving platter, surrounded by the cooked vegetables. Allow the pork to rest for about 10 minutes before carving and serving this delightful Irish boiled dinner.

Nutrition

• Calories: 753 kcal
• Fat Content: 41 g
• Fiber Content: 14 g
• Sugar Content: 14 g
• Sodium Content: 2715 mg
• Protein Content: 38 g
• Cholesterol Content: 130 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 64 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 14 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g