Description
Delightful Irish Potato Cakes made from starchy potatoes, seasoned and fried to perfection, offering a comforting balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets), peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for a healthier option)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chives or green onions, chopped
- 1 egg (or flax egg for a vegan version)
- Cream or sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain and cool the potatoes. Mash until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix until dough holds together.
- Shape the Cakes: Form the mixture into flat, round cakes.
- Fry the Cakes: Heat butter or oil in a skillet. Fry cakes for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease and serve topped with cream or yogurt.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, bake instead of frying. Serve with a zesty dip or alongside grilled proteins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Irish Potato Cakes, comfort food, potato recipes, side dishes, vegetarian recipes
