Traditional Irish Boxty

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Traditional Irish Boxty.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a toasty 450°F (230°C).

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, give your unpeeled potatoes a good scrub to remove any dirt, then take a fork and prick them a few times—this helps steam escape while they bake.

3. Step 3

   Once ready, place the potatoes on a baking sheet and slide them into the oven.

4. Step 4

   Let them bake until they’re tender and easily pierced with a fork, which should take about 50 minutes to an hour.

5. Step 5

   When they’re done, carefully take them out of the oven and allow them to cool for a bit before peeling off the skin.

6. Step 6

   In a mixing bowl, mash those delicious baked potatoes until they’re nice and smooth.

7. Step 7

   Now, add in some buttermilk for creaminess, along with a grated raw potato for extra texture.

8. Step 8

   Sprinkle in flour, baking soda, salt, and pepper, and stir everything together until it’s well combined.

9. Step 9

   Next, heat some butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

10. Step 10

    Once the butter is melted and bubbling, scoop out portions of your potato mixture and gently place them in the skillet, shaping them into 3-inch cakes.

11. Step 11

    Fry each cake until they turn a beautiful golden brown and become crispy, which should take about 5 minutes on each side.

12. Step 12

    Remember to flip them carefully to keep that lovely shape! As you cook, the aroma will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the process, and soon you’ll have a delightful batch of crispy potato cakes ready to savor!.