Irish Cheddar and Chive Boxty (Potato Pancakes)

Ingredients

• 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled


• 1 cup riced (mashed) potato


• 1 cup grated raw potato


• ½ cup all‑purpose flour


• ½ tsp baking powder


• ½ tsp salt


• ¼ tsp black pepper


• 1 large egg, lightly beaten


• ½ cup whole milk


• 1 cup sharp Irish Cheddar, shredded


• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped


• Butter or oil, for frying

Method

1. Prepare potatoes
   
   
   
   • Boil one potato until tender, mash or rice it.
   
   
   • Grate the second raw potato, squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
   
   
   
   


2. Mix batter
   
   
   
   • In a bowl, combine riced potato, grated potato, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
   
   
   • Stir in egg and milk until smooth.
   
   
   • Fold in shredded Cheddar and chopped chives.
   
   
   
   


3. Cook pancakes
   
   
   
   • Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   
   
   • Drop spoonfuls of batter, flatten slightly.
   
   
   • Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
   
   
   
   


4. Serve
   
   
   
   • Enjoy hot with sour cream or smoked salmon.
   
   
   
   

Tips

• For extra crispiness, use a cast‑iron skillet.


• You can substitute part of the Cheddar with another sharp cheese for variation.


• Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or as a hearty breakfast item.