Boxty is Ireland’s answer to the potato pancake: crisp and golden outside, fluffy within, made from a clever mix of mashed and raw grated potatoes. Its name comes from the Irish for ‘poor house bread,’ but there’s nothing humble about its buttery, comforting appeal.
Boxty is often served with a fry-up or alongside a roast, and it’s a traditional treat on St. Patrick’s Day in some families. It’s wonderful with a fried egg on top or a dollop of sour cream.


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