Description
Traditional Irish Boxty is a classic potato pancake combining grated and mashed potatoes with flour and baking powder, fried to golden crispiness. This recipe delivers a deliciously crispy exterior and a soft interior, perfect for breakfast or a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Frying
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Grate half of the potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel to prevent sogginess. Boil the other half until soft, then mash them until smooth.
- Make the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk, stirring thoroughly until a thick, spoonable batter forms. Adjust the milk quantity slightly if needed for consistency.
- Cook the boxty: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until it melts and starts to foam. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan, then gently flatten each to form small pancakes roughly 3-4 inches in diameter.
- Fry until crispy: Fry each boxty for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until both sides turn a beautiful golden brown and develop a crispy exterior.
- Serve warm: Remove from the skillet and serve immediately while warm, garnished with additional butter, sour cream, or your preferred toppings for an authentic Irish treat.
Notes
- Ensure excess moisture is removed from grated potatoes to prevent watery batter.
- Use medium-sized potatoes for best texture.
- You can substitute milk with plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Boxty pairs well with smoked salmon, sour cream, or chives.
