Irish Potato Cakes (Boxty)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mashed potatoes, cold
• 1 cup Raw potatoes, grated
• 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp Baking soda
• 1/2 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of cold mashed potatoes, 1 cup of grated raw potatoes, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir these dry ingredients together until they are evenly distributed.
2. 2Gradually add 1/2 cup of buttermilk to the potato and flour mixture. Mix gently until everything is just combined into a thick batter. Be careful not to overmix.
3. 3Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat, to approximately 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture onto the hot griddle, making cakes about 3-4 inches wide. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side, until the edges look set and the bottom is golden brown.
5. 5Carefully flip the potato cakes and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes on the second side, until they are golden brown and cooked through. They should feel firm to the touch.
6. 6Remove the potato cakes from the griddle and serve hot. You can add 2 tablespoons of butter to the top of each cake to melt.

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