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Irish Boxty Recipe (Potato Pancakes)

Irish Boxty Recipe (Potato Pancakes)


  • Author: Goldie Clark
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional Irish recipe for delicious potato pancakes known as Boxty.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups grated raw potatoes
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • Butter for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the grated raw potatoes and mashed potatoes.
  2. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the potato mixture and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
  4. Pour the milk and egg mixture into the potato mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
  6. Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter as needed.
  8. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • Boxty can be served with sour cream or applesauce.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Irish Boxty Recipe, Potato Pancakes