Warm Irish Potato Boxty with Smoked Salmon and Dill Cream

Name: Warm Irish Potato Boxty with Smoked Salmon and Dill Cream
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Brunch
Ingredients: Raw grated potatoes; Mashed potatoes; All-purpose flour; Whole milk; Egg; Salt; White pepper; Butter; Smoked salmon; Fresh lemon juice; Sour cream; Fresh dill; Lemon zest; Salt and black pepper; Fresh dill sprigs; Lemon wedges

Traditional Irish Potato Pancakes with a Gourmet Twist

A delightful fusion of crispy potato pancakes topped with luxurious smoked salmon and a luscious dill cream, perfect for brunch or a light dinner.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Potato Boxty

Raw grated potatoes

2 cups, well-drained

Mashed potatoes

1 cup

All-purpose flour

1/2 cup

Whole milk

1/4 cup

Egg

1 large, beaten

Salt

1 tsp

White pepper

1/2 tsp

Butter

2 tbsp, for frying

For the Smoked Salmon

Smoked salmon

8 oz, thinly sliced

Fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp

For the Dill Cream

Sour cream

1 cup

Fresh dill

2 tbsp, finely chopped

Lemon zest

1 tbsp

Salt and black pepper

To taste

For the Garnish

Fresh dill sprigs

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Potato Boxty

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, flour, milk, and egg.

Ensure potatoes are well-drained to prevent watery boxty.

Season Batter

Season with salt and white pepper, mixing until well combined.

Heat Butter

Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Preparing the Dill Cream

Mix Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream, fresh dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.

Adjust seasoning as needed.

Chill

Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Cooking Process

Frying the Boxty

Heat butter in a pan, scoop batter, and flatten to form pancakes. Cook until golden brown on each side.

Fry for 6-8 minutes per side on medium heat.

Assembling the Dish

Layer smoked salmon over each boxty and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.

Serving

Top with a generous dollop of dill cream just before serving.

Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp texture.

Plating & Serving