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Traditional Irish potato pancake

Boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake. It is made using finely grated, raw potato and is combined with mashed potato, flour, baking soda, buttermilk, and sometimes egg. The mixture is then fried on a griddle or pan. Boxty is a versatile dish that can be served as a side or as a main course, often accompanied by meats or vegetables.

Etymology[edit]

The name "boxty" is derived from the Irish "bacstaí" or "arán bocht tí," which means "poor-house bread." This reflects its origins as a staple food in rural Ireland, where potatoes were a primary food source.

Preparation[edit]

Boxty is prepared by combining grated raw potatoes with mashed potatoes, flour, and buttermilk. The mixture is seasoned with salt and sometimes pepper. It is then shaped into a pancake and cooked on a hot griddle or frying pan until golden brown on both sides.

Variations[edit]

There are several regional variations of boxty, each with its own unique characteristics:

Pan Boxty: This is the most common form, where the mixture is fried like a pancake.
Boiled Boxty: The mixture is shaped into dumplings and boiled, similar to gnocchi.
Baked Boxty: The mixture is baked in an oven, resulting in a bread-like texture.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Boxty is particularly associated with the north midlands of Ireland, especially County Leitrim, County Cavan, and County Longford. It is traditionally eaten on St. Brigid's Day and is a symbol of Irish heritage and culture.

Serving Suggestions[edit]

Boxty can be served in a variety of ways. It is often paired with meats such as bacon or sausage, or with vegetables like cabbage or squash. It can also be served with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chives.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Boxty''' is a traditional [[Irish cuisine|Irish]] dish made of [[potato]]es. An integral part of the country's culinary heritage, it is often associated with the north midlands, north Connacht and southern Ulster, in particular the counties of Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo, Donegal, Fermanagh, Longford, and Cavan.
+{{Short description|Traditional Irish potato pancake}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== History ==
+'''Boxty''' is a traditional [[Irish cuisine|Irish]] potato pancake. It is made using finely grated, raw [[potato]] and is combined with mashed potato, flour, baking soda, buttermilk, and sometimes egg. The mixture is then fried on a griddle or pan. Boxty is a versatile dish that can be served as a side or as a main course, often accompanied by meats or vegetables.
-The origin of boxty dates back to the days of the [[Irish Potato Famine|Great Famine]] in Ireland. The dish was a creative solution to make the most out of the limited food resources available. The name 'boxty' is derived from the Irish phrase ''arán bocht tí'', which means "poor-house bread".
-== Preparation ==
+==Etymology==
-Boxty is prepared by grating raw potatoes and mixing them with mashed potatoes. The mixture is then combined with [[flour]], [[baking soda]], and sometimes [[egg]], to form a batter. This batter can be cooked in a variety of ways, including baking it on a hot griddle or pan, or using it to make dumplings.
+The name "boxty" is derived from the [[Irish language|Irish]] "bacstaí" or "arán bocht tí," which means "poor-house bread." This reflects its origins as a staple food in rural Ireland, where potatoes were a primary food source.
-=== Boxty on the Griddle ===
+==Preparation==
-This is the most common method of preparing boxty. The batter is spread out on a hot griddle or pan and cooked until it is golden brown on both sides. The result is a type of potato pancake.
+Boxty is prepared by combining grated raw potatoes with mashed potatoes, flour, and buttermilk. The mixture is seasoned with salt and sometimes pepper. It is then shaped into a pancake and cooked on a hot griddle or frying pan until golden brown on both sides.
-=== Boxty in the Oven ===
+[[File:Boxty_with_beef_and_squash.jpg|Boxty with beef and squash|thumb|right]]
-In this method, the boxty batter is poured into a loaf pan and baked in the oven. The result is a dense, bread-like loaf.
-=== Boxty Dumplings ===
+===Variations===
-Boxty dumplings are made by shaping the batter into a large ball and boiling it. The dumpling is then sliced and served.
+There are several regional variations of boxty, each with its own unique characteristics:
-== Nutritional Value ==
+* '''Pan Boxty''': This is the most common form, where the mixture is fried like a pancake.
-Boxty is high in [[carbohydrate]]s due to its main ingredient, potatoes. It also contains moderate amounts of [[protein]] from the egg and flour, and is low in fat unless fried in oil or butter.
+* '''Boiled Boxty''': The mixture is shaped into dumplings and boiled, similar to [[gnocchi]].
+* '''Baked Boxty''': The mixture is baked in an oven, resulting in a bread-like texture.
-== Cultural Significance ==
+[[File:BoxtyDumplings.jpg|Boxty Dumplings|thumb|left]]
-Boxty has a significant place in Irish culture and folklore. There is even a traditional rhyme that goes: "Boxty on the griddle, boxty in the pan; if you can't make boxty, you'll never get a man."
-== See Also ==
+==Cultural Significance==
+Boxty is particularly associated with the north midlands of Ireland, especially [[County Leitrim]], [[County Cavan]], and [[County Longford]]. It is traditionally eaten on [[St. Brigid's Day]] and is a symbol of Irish heritage and culture.
+==Serving Suggestions==
+Boxty can be served in a variety of ways. It is often paired with meats such as bacon or sausage, or with vegetables like cabbage or squash. It can also be served with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chives.
+[[File:Boxty_triangle.jpg|Boxty|thumb|right]]
+==Related pages==
 * [[Irish cuisine]]
 * [[Potato pancake]]
-* [[List of potato dishes]]
+* [[St. Brigid's Day]]
+{{Irish cuisine}}
 [[Category:Irish cuisine]]
 [[Category:Potato dishes]]
+[[Category:Pancakes]]
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-{{Ireland-stub}}
-== Boxty ==
-<gallery>
-File:Boxty_with_beef_and_squash.jpg|Boxty with beef and squash
-File:BoxtyDumplings.jpg|Boxty Dumplings
-</gallery>