Hearty Irish Boxty with Sour Cream and Chives
Traditional Potato Pancakes
Dive into this traditional Irish recipe for crispy, golden boxty, perfect for a hearty brunch or a comforting dinner delight.
- 1 h 10 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Potato Mixture
For the Toppings
Preparation
Preparing the Potato Mixture
Grate and Drain Potatoes
Grate the raw potatoes and press them in a cheesecloth to remove excess moisture.
Combine with Mashed Potatoes
Mix grated potatoes with mashed potatoes in a large bowl.
Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Mixing the Batter
Combine Milk and Egg
In a separate bowl, combine milk and beaten egg.
Add to Potato Mixture
Pour the milk and egg mixture into the potato mixture, stirring until smooth.
Do not overmix the batter as it can make the boxty dense.
Rest the Batter
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
Preheat your pan during the batter resting period to achieve even cooking.
Cooking Process
Heating the Pan
Preheat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Cooking the Boxty
Drop 1/4 cupfuls of batter into the pan, flattening each with a spatula.
Flipping and Frying
Cook until golden brown on one side (about 5 minutes), then flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes.
Resting and Cooking Time
Resting the Batter: 10 minutes; Cooking Each Batch: 8-10 minutes.
Heat Guide
Preheating the Pan: Medium; Cooking the Boxty: Medium-Low.
Plating & Serving
Hearty Irish Boxty with Sour Cream and Chives
Hearty Irish Boxty with Sour Cream and Chives
Plating & Serving
Serve the boxty hot, topped with a generous dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives for an authentic touch.