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How to Make Boxty with Liver and Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake that is hearty and delicious. It is often made with a combination of mashed and grated potatoes, giving it a unique texture and flavor. In this recipe, we take things up a notch by adding in some savory liver and crispy bacon to create a truly flavorful and satisfying dish.

Boxty with liver and bacon is a dish that is perfect for a hearty breakfast or a comforting dinner. The crispy bacon adds a smoky flavor while the liver provides a rich a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
  • 8 ounces lamb's liver, cut into thin strips
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 6 ounces shredded cabbage

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 26 mins
  • Total Time: 51 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Sift self-rising flour into a bowl; stir in milk. Squeeze excess moisture from the grated potatoes and mix in. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt 1 1/2 teaspoon butter with 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Spread a quarter of the potato mixture in the skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat 3 times with remaining butter, oil, and potato mixture. Stack potato pancakes on a plate and keep warm.
  • Mix all-purpose flour, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Roll liver strips in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  • Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in the skillet. Cook and stir liver strips in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cook bacon slices in the same skillet, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cabbage; cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Serve warm potatoes pancakes topped with liver, bacon, and cabbage. Season with black pepper.

    • Nutrition

    353 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 135mg
    • Sodium: 641mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 115mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 568mg

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    Liver recipes
    Bacon recipes