How to Make Poor Irish Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Irish cuisine is often associated with hearty stews and comforting potato dishes, but there's a humble yet delicious soup that is a staple in many Irish households: Poor Irish Soup. This simple and frugal soup has deep roots in Irish history and has been enjoyed by generations of families. Made with just a handful of affordable ingredients, Poor Irish Soup is a testament to the resourcefulness and creativity of the Irish people.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 ham hock
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 cups thinly sliced potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cream or milk (Optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 6 cups

  • Combine the stock, ham hock, and cabbage in a large stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until the potatoes are soft, about 30 minutes. Carefully separate the meat from the bone of the ham hock and dispose of the bone, adding the meat back to the soup. Stir in the cream; season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    219 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 728mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 567mg