Irish Boxty Potato Pancakes (Printer-Friendly)

Golden potato pancakes with scallions, crispy and flavorful for breakfast or side servings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2 cups raw potatoes, peeled and grated
02 - 1 cup mashed potatoes

→ Dairy

03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 tsp baking powder
07 - 1 tsp kosher salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

09 - 4 scallions, finely sliced

→ For Frying

10 - 2-3 tbsp vegetable oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the grated raw potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the grated raw potatoes, mashed potatoes, sliced scallions, and melted butter.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
04 - Add the dry ingredients to the potato mixture, then pour in the milk. Mix until a thick batter forms; do not overwork.
05 - Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
06 - Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake into the skillet, flattening gently with a spatula.
07 - Fry 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil between batches as needed.
08 - Transfer cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot, garnished with extra scallions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between the crunchy exterior and impossibly tender interior will make your first bite unforgettable
  • These pancakes bridge the gap between breakfast and dinner, making them perfect any time of day
  • Leftover mashed potatoes finally get the second life they deserve in something spectacular
02 -
  • Squeezing every last drop of moisture from the grated potatoes is the single most important step for achieving crispy results
  • Resist the urge to flip the pancakes too early; wait until you see golden brown creeping up the sides
  • The batter should be thick and sticky, not runny; add another tablespoon of flour if it seems too wet
03 -
  • Use the largest holes on your box grater for the raw potatoes to create the ideal texture
  • Let the pancakes rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep them crispy on all sides

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