Description
Traditional Irish Boxty is a classic potato pancake combining both grated and mashed potatoes with flour and baking powder, fried to a crispy golden brown. This hearty dish is a beloved staple in Irish cuisine, perfect for breakfast or as a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 2 cups grated potatoes (squeezed dry)
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk (or as needed)
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Grate half of the potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel. Boil the other half until soft, then mash thoroughly to a smooth consistency.
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add milk while mixing to form a thick, spoonable batter.
- Cook the boxty: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the potato batter onto the skillet and flatten each slightly to form small pancakes.
- Fry until crispy: Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes until the pancakes turn golden brown and develop a crispy crust, ensuring they are cooked through.
- Serve warm: Serve the boxty hot with butter, sour cream, or your preferred toppings for a delicious, traditional Irish treat.
Notes
- Ensure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated potatoes to avoid a soggy batter.
- The batter thickness may be adjusted by adding a little more milk if it’s too thick or more flour if too thin.
- Boxty can be served as a savory side or supplemented with toppings such as smoked salmon, chives, or sour cream.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier frying and flipping.
- Keep cooked boxty warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.
