Traditional Irish Boxty (Potato Pancakes) Recipe
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Ingredients: 3 Russet potatoes, divided
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp salt, divided
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 - 2 cups buttermilk
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped, for garish
½ cup sour cream, for garnish
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Directions:1. Peel and cube 2 potatoes. Cube the remainder of the potatoes and place in a pot with just enough water to cover them. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Boil until fork tender. Drain and mash potatoes and place in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
2. When ready to make peel and grate the rest of the potatoes. Place in a paper towels and wring to remove excess moisture. Combine mashed potatoes, grated potatoes, flour, salt, baking soda, and 1 1/2 cups buttermilk in a large bowl. If mixture is too dry add a splash more buttermilk.
3. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Place large spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the oil, pressing down to flatten each one. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the boxties are getting browned. Place on paper towel to drain.
4. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and some green onions scattered over the top. |
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Time:Prep time; 20 minutes, Cook time; 20 minutes |
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Notes: This is a perfect side dish served with Don’s Cornbeef and Glo’s Soda Bread on St Paddy's day! Don’t forget the cooked cabbage with bacon too!
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