These Irish Zucchini and Potato Pancakes take me right back to my childhood when my Irish grandmother used to make a traditional potato pancake called Boxty. Boxty is usually made from a mix of mashed potato and grated raw potato, similar to a latke. This take on boxty is my go-to recipe when I need to use up leftover mashed potato and although I usually make them as a side dish for lunch or dinner, sometimes I cook them for breakfast with a fried or poached egg.
To make these, I first mix mashed potatoes, flour, milk, egg, butter together with some sea salt. Then I stir in the cheese and zucchini before frying them in hot oil until golden on each side. I tend to make these in batches of 2-3 pancakes at a time.
To make my Irish Zucchini and Potato Pancakes, you will need the following ingredients:
Mix the mashed potatoes, flour, milk, egg, butter, and sea salt together in a large bowl.
Add shredded potatoes, Cheddar cheese, and zucchini; stir until batter is well-combined.
Heat 1 to 1 ½ tablespoons oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Drop large spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Repeat until you have used all the batter.
Serve as a side dish or with a fried egg for breakfast.
This Irish Zucchini and Potato Pancakes are my take on a traditional Irish dish my granny used to make. Try them soon and don’t forget to come back to leave a comment below.
Simply delicious pancakes. Brings back sweet memories of my grandma makin' Boxty. The texture is perfect, and kids love 'em too. A great way to use leftovers!
Super yummy pancakes!
Delicious!
Thank You Jeff. These Irish Zucchini potatoe pancakes are quick and easy to make and they are really delicious.
These Irish Zucchini and Potato Pancakes are legit! They totally remind me of my grandma's boxty, which I loved as a kid. Super easy to whip up when I've got leftover mashed potatoes, and even better with a runny egg on top. Made 'em for brunch and the fam loved it!
Superb recipe! Tastes just like my grandma's Boxty, loved it!
Delicious! These pancakes remind me of my childhood breakfasts with grandma. The zucchini adds a nice twist and they are so easy to make. Love them for dinner too!
Superb! Reminds me of grandma's kitchen magic.