Traditional Irish potato pancakes made with a mix of grated raw and mashed potatoes, reflecting the culinary practices of 1860s Dublin.

raw, grated
boiled, mashed
Peel and grate 300 g of raw potatoes into a bowl. Use a clean cloth to squeeze out excess moisture.
In a separate bowl, mash 300 g of boiled potatoes until smooth.
Combine the grated potatoes and mashed potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
Add 120 g of all-purpose flour and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the potato mixture. Mix well.
Pour in 250 ml of buttermilk gradually, stirring until the mixture forms a thick batter.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Spoon portions of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening them gently with a spatula to form pancakes.
Fry the boxty for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the boxty from the skillet and keep warm while frying the remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Serve hot with traditional accompaniments such as rashers of bacon and black pudding, or a dollop of butter and sugar for a sweet option.

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