Pan-Fried Boxty with Smoked Salmon and Dill
A modern twist on Ireland's potato pancake, featuring crispy layers with fresh dill and rich smoked salmon for a delicate balance of earthy and briny flavors. This Irish-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs potatoes, all-purpose flour, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (300g), peeled and grated potatoes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh dill
- 3 oz, chopped smoked salmon
- 2 tbsp, divided olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 medium peeled and grated potatoes, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, and 3 oz chopped smoked salmon. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and flatten each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
- Step 3: Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, adding the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil if the pan becomes dry.
