Boxty Irish pancakes are a delicious and traditional staple of Irish cuisine full of hearty texture and rich flavors. These savory pancakes are made with grated raw potatoes and mashed potatoes, flour, baking soda, and buttermilk, resulting in a delightfully crispy exterior and a fluffy center.
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Instructions
Start by peeling and grating the raw potatoes. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess moisture.
In a separate bowl, mix the mashed cooked potatoes, flour, baking soda, and salt. Add in the grated potatoes and mix well.
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and beaten egg.
Add the milk and egg mixture to the potato mixture and stir until well combined.
Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter or oil.
Scoop a ¼ cup of the potato mixture onto the frying pan and flatten it to about ¼ inch thickness. Cook the boxty for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Repeat until all of the potato mixture has been used, adding more butter or oil to the pan as needed.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, green onions, or cheese.
Notes
Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon gold, which have a high starch content and low moisture content, making them ideal for mashing and grating.
Grate the raw potatoes finely and use a clean cloth or cheesecloth to squeeze out as much water as possible.
You can use different ingredients like herbs, spices, cheese, green onions, or chives as optional add-ins if you'd like!
Don't overcrowd the pan, cook the boxty in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, as this can cause the boxty to stick together and become mushy.
To store: If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat: Reheat your leftover boxty Irish potatoes on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Alternatively, you can reheat them on the stove top over medium heat in some cooking oil for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until heated through and crispy.