IrishMain course
Boxty Breakfast
This recipe for Boxty Breakfast combines grated and mashed potatoes into savory, crumpet-like pancakes. They're pan-fried until golden and crusty, then served with classic breakfast sides like bacon, fried eggs, and softened cherry tomatoes. You can make the boxty ahead of time and gently reheat them in the oven. It's a substantial way to start the day.
45 minServes 4
Method
4 steps · 45 min total
- 01
Prepare Potatoes and Mix
Get your oven going at its lowest setting to keep things warm later. Peel all the potatoes. Grate 2 of them and set aside, then cut the other 2 into large chunks and boil them for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they're tender. While the chunks boil, squeeze as much liquid as possible from the grated potatoes using a clean tea towel, then mash the boiled potatoes and combine them with the squeezed grated potato, spring onions, and flour. - 02
Prepare Batter
In a large bowl, whisk the egg white until it holds soft peaks. Gently fold in the buttermilk, then stir in the bicarbonate of soda before folding this mixture into the potato base.
