Description
Traditional Irish Boxty is a classic potato pancake recipe combining grated and mashed potatoes to create a crispy, golden exterior with a soft, tender interior. This beloved Irish dish is easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast or as a comforting side, served warm with butter, sour cream, or your favorite toppings.
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 thoroughly using a kitchen towel to prevent sogginess. Boil the remaining potatoes until soft, then mash them into a smooth consistency.
- Make the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously, until a thick, spoonable batter forms. Adjust the milk quantity as needed for the right consistency.
- Cook the boxty: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and hot. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the skillet, and gently flatten each to form small pancakes about 1/2-inch thick.
- Fry until crispy: Cook the pancakes for approximately 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and develop a crispy crust while ensuring the inside is cooked through.
- Serve warm: Remove the boxty from the skillet and serve immediately. They are delicious topped with butter, sour cream, or any preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze the grated potatoes well to avoid excess moisture which can make the pancakes soggy.
- Adjust milk quantity to get the batter consistency right; it should be thick but spoonable.
- Cook boxty over medium heat to ensure they cook through without burning.
- Serve freshly cooked for the best texture and flavor.
- You can add finely chopped herbs like chives or parsley to the batter for extra flavor.
- Leftover boxty can be reheated in a skillet to retain crispiness.
