Boxty – The Irish Pancake That Brought Us Together -

If there’s one dish in Irish cuisine that unexpectedly became part of our story, it’s Boxty. A humble potato pancake with crispy edges and a soft, comforting center, Boxty carries generations of tradition in its simple ingredients.
But for us, it’s more than just a recipe—it’s a small piece of fate.

It was while researching authentic Irish recipes that you first found Boxty. Looking through 20+ sources in multiple languages, verifying what was real and what was modern adaptation, you discovered that the traditional version always used buttermilk, never regular milk.
That level of dedication to finding the real version? That’s what makes you, you, my love—relentless in the pursuit of truth.

And, unknowingly, it followed the Irish saying:

“Boxty on the griddle, Boxty in the pan, if you can’t make Boxty, you’ll never get a man.”

And well, you made Boxty my love… and here I am. 😏

That first time you cooked it,

you even filmed the whole process—something we can now share with the world. Guests unexpectedly arrived, but you had two recipes ready because when you do something, you always go all in.
Boxty and Colcannon, the perfect Irish duo, made authentically, tested, and proven.
And what was the result? Absolutely incredible.

Boxty isn’t just food—it’s a symbol of the past blending with the present. A dish that started as a necessity, a way for Irish families to stretch their resources, now turned into something more. Something personal. Something ours.

Recipe Details

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Calories: Approximately 287 kcal per serving
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Irish
Difficulty: Beginner
Course: Breakfast, Appetiser

Ingredients

500g / 1.1lb raw potatoes, grated
250g / 0.55lb mashed potatoes
200g / 7oz all-purpose flour
250ml / 8.5fl oz buttermilk (because we know this is the real deal!)
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp butter (for frying)

Instructions

Prepare the potatoes – Grate the raw potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
Mix the ingredients – In a bowl, combine the grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the buttermilk, stirring until you get a thick batter.
Cook the Boxty – Heat a pan over medium heat with a little butter. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan, flattening slightly. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Serve warm – Enjoy with butter, sour cream, smoked salmon, or bacon for a true Irish experience!

This isn’t just Boxty. This is part of our story. And now, anyone who makes it can get a taste of not only Ireland—but of us.