Description
Boxty are crispy and delicious Irish potato pancakes that combine both mashed and grated potatoes. This easy recipe yields delightful pancakes perfect for any meal, whether as comfort food or a quick dinner. Enjoy the irresistible flavor and simple ingredients that make this dish a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes (use a starchy/mealy variety such as russets)
- 2 cups grated raw potatoes (use a starchy/mealy variety such as russets)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups buttermilk (plus more as needed)
- butter, bacon grease, or lard for frying (vegan: use oil)
- optional add-ins: chopped green onions/scallions, shredded white cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Boil, drain, and mash the potatoes. Chill until cold or overnight.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside. Grate the potatoes and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, grated potatoes, and flour mixture.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of buttermilk. If the mixture feels too thick or dry, add a bit more buttermilk until desired consistency is achieved.
- Heat butter, bacon grease, lard, or oil in a heavy pan over medium-high heat. Scoop the potato mixture to form patties, pressing down to flatten each one. Fry until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until browned as well. Adjust the heat as necessary to ensure proper cooking.
- Transfer the cooked boxty to a warm oven while frying the remaining batches.
- Serve hot immediately.
Notes
Make sure to use starchy potatoes for the best texture.
Add green onions or cheese for an extra burst of flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg