Savory Gaelic Irish Steaks with Barley Tea Cream and Colcannon
Savory Gaelic Irish Steaks with barley tea Cream and Colcannon is a delightful dish that’s perfect for impressing dinner guests or enjoying a cozy family meal. Tender sirloin steaks are marinated in rich barley tea, then seared to perfection and drizzled with a creamy, smoky sauce. Accompanied by colcannon—a flavorful mash of potatoes and kale—this comforting recipe brings the essence of traditional Irish cuisine right to your table. With its quick preparation time and heartwarming flavors, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pieces Sirloin Steak
- 1/4 cup Irish barley tea
- 1 pound Potatoes
- 1 cup Kale
- 1 cup Cream
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 cup Shallots
Instructions
- Marinate the sirloin steaks in barley tea for at least 30 minutes.
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Sauté shallots in butter until translucent, then add chopped kale until wilted.
- In the skillet, combine remaining butter, barley tea, and cream; simmer until thickened.
- Sear marinated steaks on high heat for 3-4 minutes per side; let rest.
- Mash boiled potatoes with remaining butter, cream, sautéed kale, salt, and pepper.
- Serve steaks with colcannon and drizzle with the creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg