Welcome to the world of Boxty, the Irish potato pancakes that make your taste buds dance with joy and your belly rumble with delight! Whether you’re channeling your inner leprechaun or just craving something delicious, these pancakes are guaranteed to be a hit at your brunch table!
Boxty (Irish Potato Pancakes)
These fluffy, crispy wonders are a delightful way to enjoy the humble potato, transforming it from boring mash to mouthwatering magic! Let’s roll up our sleeves and dive into the deliciousness.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated raw potato
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (leftover is perfect, we love thriftiness)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder (for a little lift)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk (or a splash more for extra creaminess)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking and flavor, because why not?)
- Chopped green onions or herbs (optional, but they make it fancy!)
Instructions:
- First things first, squeeze that grated potato like it’s a stress ball! You want to remove as much moisture as possible. This will keep your pancakes from turning into potato soup.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potato, mashed potatoes, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until it looks like a lumpy potato party.
- Gradually add milk until the batter comes together. It should be a tad thicker than pancake batter. If you fancy, toss in those chopped green onions or herbs for an extra flavor kick!
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter. Let it sizzle and make your kitchen smell heavenly!
- Pour a generous scoop of batter onto the skillet and flatten slightly with the back of your spatula. Cook until the edges start to get crispy and the bottom is golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- Flip it over, add a bit more butter if you’re feeling adventurous, and cook for another 4-5 minutes until both sides are golden and glorious!
- Keep the pancakes warm in the oven while you cook the rest of the batch. Before you know it, you’ll have a stack of potato goodness ready to devour!
Serve these delightful pancakes with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of chives, or maybe some bacon on the side—because what’s brunch without bacon? Enjoy your Boxty, and may the road rise up to meet your deliciousness!