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Low FODMAP Corned Beef & Cabbage

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Low FODMAP Corned Beef & Cabbage

The traditional dish Corned Beef and Cabbage was ripe for a low FODMAP makeover.

oval white platter of corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and carrots

Corned Beef is Not Always Low FODMAP

I found a few low FODMAP recipes on the Internet and was surprised to see that there was no discussion about purchasing the right kind of corned beef to begin with.

While you might think of this dish around St. Patrick’s Day, it is really a fantastic one-pot dish for anytime. And it is even better made ahead, so it works well for parties.

How to Make Low FODMAP Corned Beef

You can make your own corned beef from scratch, but it is easy enough to buy the prepared product to start with – the trick is label reading! Beef that is “corned” is cured in brine.

Many traditional corned beef brines contain garlic and that would create a high FODMAP product. You must read labels and start with a corned beef that has been cured and prepared with no high FODMAP ingredients.

It was very easy for me to find what I needed in the basic supermarket. As an aside, the ones at the pricier stores, like Whole Foods, did have garlic in them! In this case, basic was better.

platter of corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and carrots with flowers in background

Point Cut or Flat Cut?

Then there is the choice of cut of meat. Corned beef is usually made from brisket (although round or silverside can be used) and there are often two main cuts to choose from: the point cut and flat cut. The point cut is fattier and considered more flavorful by many.

The flat cut is more even in shape, so it will cook more evenly as well, and is leaner. It makes prettier slices, if that’s important to you. I used the flat cut for this recipe. I didn’t think we needed the extra fat and my recipe imbues plenty of flavor.

Cabbage – Choose the Right One

Good old green cabbage, which is what is traditionally used for this dish, is low FODMAP at ¾ cup (75 g). The threshold is very low as Monash considers it high in FODMAPs at 100 g (1 cup), so serve your portions carefully.

FYI Monash calls it “common cabbage” on the smartphone app. Just do not buy Savoy cabbage for this recipe, which is also pale green in color, but is considered higher in FODMAPs.

Carrots are featured in this dish as well and they are free of detectable FODMAPs, so we add a lot of them. Ditto for the potatoes.

corned beef and cabbage and potatoes and carrots on a white plate

Speaking of Potatoes

Many classic corned beef and cabbage recipes call for very floury, starchy potatoes and the truth of the matter is that I do sometimes opt for those. I do like the Yukon gold potatoes, for their semi-starchy texture and rich gold color.

You can choose either, just do not use a waxy potato for this dish.

Horseradish is Low FODMAP

Horseradish was recently added to the ingredient list on the Monash smartphone app and is low FODMAP at 2 Australian tablespoons (42 g). I like to offer horseradish as well as a simple lactose-free Sour Cream Mustard Sauce alongside, made with lactose-free sour cream, of course.

Plan ahead because this dish does take several hours to prepare. I like to make it a day or two ahead. I think it is even better!

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corned beef and cabbage and potatoes and carrots on a white plate
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Corned Beef & Cabbage

Our Corned Beef & Cabbage is low FODMAP and just as tasty as the traditional version! It is a super-easy one-pot dish, and although it does take a while to cook, it is unattended time.

Makes: 14 Servings
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Author: Dédé Wilson

Ingredients:

Corned Beef:

  • 4 pounds (1.8 kg) low FODMAP corned beef (see headnote, above)
  • Water
  • 3 sprigs fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed
  • 1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 3 pounds (1.4 kg) small or medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, halved if desired
  • 2 pound (910 g) (or less) head of green cabbage, loose outer leaves removed, root end trimmed, cut into large wedges
  • 1 pound (455 g) carrots, peeled, ends trimmed and discarded, cut into 2-inch lengths (see Tips)

Sour Cream Mustard Sauce:

  • 1 cup (240 ml) lactose-free sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Preparation:

  1. You have to start with a large pot or Dutch oven, such as an 8 quart (7.5 L) size. Rinse the corned beef well then place in the pot and fill with cool water to cover. Add parsley, thyme, bay leaf, allspice, peppercorns, coriander seed, mustard seed and whole cloves. Cover, bring to a boil over high heat, then adjust heat and gently simmer for 3 hours. Check occasionally and skim off and discard any foam that rises to the top.
  2. Meanwhile, prep your vegetables. Add the potatoes, wedges of cabbage and carrots to the pot, tucking them here and there around the corned beef. Cover and simmer for another 1 hour.
  3. Make the Sauce: Simply stir the sour cream and mustard together; set aside.
  4. Remove meat from cooking liquid and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Slice thinly across the grain and arrange on a serving platter along with the potatoes, cabbage and carrots. Pass the Sour Cream Mustard Sauce and horseradish! You can also store the meat and vegetable in the cooking liquid overnight in the pot or up to 3 days. Reheat gently as needed. We like our corned beef and cabbage even better after a day or two!

Notes:

If You Can Tolerate

  • Lactose: If you have passed your Lactose Challenge, feel free to use conventional sour cream.
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Irish

Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1453mg | Potassium: 3mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more. For a more detailed explanation, please read our article Understanding The Nutrition Panel Within Our Recipes.