Irish Boxty Recipe

Grated raw potatoes: These provide texture and a slight crunch to the boxty.

Mashed potatoes: These add a creamy consistency and help bind the mixture together.

Gluten-free flour: This is used to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

Milk: Adds moisture and helps create a smooth batter.

Salt: Enhances the flavor of the boxty.

Baking powder: Helps the boxty rise slightly, making them light and fluffy.

Butter: Used for frying, it adds a rich flavor and helps achieve a golden brown crust.

When preparing the grated raw potatoes, make sure to squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step is crucial because too much moisture can make the boxty mixture too wet, resulting in a soggy texture. Use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to wring out the potatoes thoroughly. This will help achieve a crispier and more evenly cooked boxty.

• gluten-free flour - Substitute with almond flour: Almond flour provides a nutty flavor and maintains the gluten-free requirement.

• gluten-free flour - Substitute with coconut flour: Coconut flour is another gluten-free option that adds a slight sweetness and absorbs more liquid, so adjust the milk accordingly.

• milk - Substitute with almond milk: Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative that works well in maintaining the consistency of the batter.

• milk - Substitute with coconut milk: Coconut milk adds a rich, creamy texture and is a good dairy-free option.

• butter - Substitute with ghee: Ghee is clarified butter that is lactose-free and adds a rich, buttery flavor.

• butter - Substitute with coconut oil: Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative that provides a slight coconut flavor and is good for frying.

• Allow the boxty to cool completely at room temperature before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make them soggy.

• Place a sheet of parchment paper between each boxty to prevent them from sticking together. This is especially useful if you plan to freeze them.

• Store the boxty in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. Ensure you remove as much air as possible to maintain freshness.

• For refrigeration, keep the boxty in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet over medium heat with a little butter or oil until they are warmed through and crispy again.

• For freezing, place the boxty in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a resealable plastic bag or airtight container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months.

• To reheat frozen boxty, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a bit of butter or oil until they are hot and crispy. Alternatively, you can reheat them directly from frozen in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

• If you prefer a microwave, place the boxty on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals until heated through, though this method may not retain the crispiness as well as other methods.

• Stovetop Method:

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add a small amount of butter or olive oil to the pan.
  • Place the leftover boxty in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until heated through and crispy.

• Oven Method:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place the boxty on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Cover with aluminum foil to prevent drying out.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes until thoroughly heated.

• Microwave Method:

  • Place the boxty on a microwave-safe plate.
  • Cover with a damp paper towel to retain moisture.
  • Microwave on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure even heating.

• Air Fryer Method:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place the boxty in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Heat for 3-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crisping.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  • Preheat the toaster oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place the boxty on the toaster oven tray.
  • Heat for 5-7 minutes until warmed through and slightly crispy.

• Grater: Used to grate the raw potatoes to the desired consistency.

• Mixing bowl: A large bowl to combine the grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, gluten-free flour, milk, salt, and baking powder.

• Spoon: For measuring and dropping large spoonfuls of the mixture into the frying pan.

• Frying pan: Used to cook the boxty over medium heat.

• Spatula: To flatten the mixture slightly and flip the boxty for even cooking.

• Measuring cups: To measure out the ingredients accurately, such as the gluten-free flour and milk.

• Measuring spoons: For measuring smaller quantities like salt and baking powder.

• Potato masher: To mash the potatoes to the right consistency.

• Paper towels: To squeeze out excess moisture from the grated raw potatoes.

Prepare ingredients in advance: Grate and mash the potatoes the night before to save time on the day of cooking.

Use a food processor: Quickly grate the raw potatoes using a food processor instead of doing it by hand.

Preheat the pan: Ensure the frying pan is hot before adding the mixture to reduce cooking time.

Batch cooking: Cook multiple boxty at once in a large pan to save time.

Use a non-stick pan: This reduces the need for extra butter and makes flipping easier.