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Crispy Boxty with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche

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A traditional Irish potato pancake recipe elevated with smoked salmon and tangy crème fraîche, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, topped with fresh chives and lemon for a delightful flavor contrast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and grated
  • 1 cup (240 ml) mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made from 1 medium potato)
  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour (can substitute gluten-free flour)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Butter or oil for frying (unsalted butter preferred, or butter mixed with vegetable oil)
  • 4 ounces (115 g) smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) crème fraîche, chilled (or sour cream as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 wedge fresh lemon for serving

Instructions

  1. Peel and grate the potatoes using the large holes of a grater. Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, flour, beaten egg, and milk. Stir gently until just combined. Season with salt and pepper. Batter should be thick but spreadable; add more flour if too wet (5 minutes).
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter or butter-oil mix. Heat until fat is hot but not smoking (2 minutes).
  4. Spoon about ¼ cup (60 ml) of batter per pancake into the pan, flattening gently to 3-4 inches (7-10 cm) diameter. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp, then flip and cook another 3 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning (8 minutes per batch).
  5. Transfer cooked boxty to a baking sheet in a warm oven (about 200°F / 90°C) to keep warm and crispy while cooking the rest.
  6. Mix crème fraîche with chopped chives and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season lightly with salt to taste.
  7. Serve warm boxty topped with smoked salmon slices and a dollop of chive crème fraîche. Add a lemon wedge on the side.

Notes

Squeeze out as much moisture from grated potatoes as possible for crispiness. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Rest batter 10-15 minutes before cooking for better texture. If batter thickens after resting, stir in a splash of milk. Cook in batches without overcrowding the pan. Butter mixed with oil prevents burning while maintaining flavor.

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Keywords: boxty, Irish breakfast, potato pancake, smoked salmon, crème fraîche, brunch, crispy boxty, easy recipe

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