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A delicious twist on the classic Irish potato pancake, loaded with crispy bacon and fresh scallions. These savory boxty are fried in bacon fat until golden and crisp, perfect for a hearty St. Patrick's Day breakfast or a comforting brunch any day of the year.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Potatoes
Cook Bacon and Prepare Batter
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A delicious twist on the classic Irish potato pancake, loaded with crispy bacon and fresh scallions. These savory boxty are fried in bacon fat until golden and crisp, perfect for a hearty St. Patrick's Day breakfast or a comforting brunch any day of the year.
This irish recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 560.19 calories per serving with 27.81g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Fry the Boxty
Serve
Omit the bacon. Fry the boxty in 3-4 tablespoons of melted butter or a neutral oil like canola or avocado oil.
Fold in 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar or Irish Dubliner cheese into the batter along with the scallions.
Add 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley or chives to the batter for an extra layer of fresh flavor.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a finely diced jalapeño to the batter for a bit of heat.
The complex carbohydrates from the potatoes provide a steady release of energy, making this a very satisfying and filling meal to start your day.
Potatoes are naturally rich in potassium, an essential mineral and electrolyte that plays a key role in regulating blood pressure, nerve signals, and fluid balance.
The bacon and egg contribute protein to the dish, which helps promote feelings of fullness and is important for muscle maintenance and repair.
One serving, which consists of two boxty pancakes with sour cream, contains approximately 450-550 calories, depending on the thickness of the bacon and the amount of fat absorbed during frying.
Boxty with Bacon is a hearty and indulgent dish, rich in carbohydrates and fats. It's best enjoyed as a treat rather than a daily meal. The potatoes offer potassium and vitamin C, but the bacon and frying method add significant sodium and saturated fat.
Store leftover boxty in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat them in a skillet with a little butter over medium heat, or in an air fryer or oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes until hot and crispy. Microwaving is not recommended as it will make them soft.
Absolutely. Simply omit the bacon and fry the pancakes in melted butter or a neutral oil. They will still be delicious.
The key difference is that traditional Irish boxty uses a combination of both mashed cooked potatoes and grated raw potatoes. This unique mix gives boxty a distinct texture: soft and slightly fluffy on the inside with a crispy exterior.
Russet potatoes are highly recommended due to their high starch content, which helps bind the pancakes and makes them fluffy. You can use other starchy potatoes like Idaho or King Edward. Waxy potatoes like red or new potatoes are not ideal as they may result in a gummier texture.