Description
Delightful potato pancakes that are crispy on the outside yet fluffy on the inside, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of grated raw potatoes (about 2 large potatoes)
- 1 cup of mashed potatoes
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup of milk (or a non-dairy milk alternative)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (for cooking – or use olive oil for a healthier option)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and grate the raw potatoes, then squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix All Ingredients: Combine grated and mashed potatoes, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl and fold into the dry mixture.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a skillet with butter, scoop the potato mixture into the pan, flatten slightly, and cook until golden brown on both sides.
Notes
For crispy boxty, ensure grated potatoes are well-drained. Keep warm in an oven if making a large batch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Irish boxty, potato pancakes, comfort food, easy recipe