Low Fat Corned Beef and Cabbage
Experience a lighter twist on a classic comfort food with this "Low Fat Corned Beef and Cabbage" recipe, perfect for health-conscious foodies craving traditional flavors. Made with lean corned beef brisket, low-sodium beef broth, and fresh vegetables like carrots, red potatoes, and cabbage, this recipe delivers all the savoriness without the guilt. Slow-simmered for hours with peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic, and onion, the dish achieves a tender and aromatic result that melts in your mouth. Ideal for a wholesome family dinner or St. Patrick's Day celebrations, this heartwarming dish can be served with a dollop of Dijon mustard for an optional punch of tangy flavor. With its easy preparation and low-fat appeal, this recipe is the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Lean corned beef brisket
- 4 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Peppercorns
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece Small onion, quartered
- 4 pieces Medium carrots, cut into chunks
- 8 pieces Small red potatoes, halved
- 1 head Green cabbage, cut into wedges
- 0.25 cup Dijon mustard (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Trim any visible fat from the corned beef brisket. Place the brisket in a large pot or Dutch oven.
Add low-sodium beef broth and water to the pot, making sure the brisket is fully submerged.
Add the peppercorns, bay leaves, minced garlic, and quartered onion to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Then, reduce the heat to a low simmer.
Cover the pot and let simmer for approximately 2.5 hours.
After 2.5 hours, add the carrots and potatoes to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 1.5 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fork-tender.
Add the cabbage wedges to the pot and let them cook during the last 30 minutes of the simmering process.
Once cooked, remove the brisket and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain for the best texture.
Serve the sliced corned beef with the cooked cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. If desired, add a touch of Dijon mustard for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.5 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.0 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 747 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 11324 mg | 492% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.4 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.0 g | 229% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.6 g | ||
| Protein | 212.0 g | 424% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 938 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 35.1 mg | 195% | |
| Potassium | 11002 mg | 234% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
