Irish Potato Cakes Recipe
Served with a side of sour cream and chive dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Potato Cakes
For the Dipping Sauce
Method
For the Potato Cakes
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized pieces. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, chopped green onions, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Shape the Cakes
Form the mixture into small patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- 5
Cook the Cakes
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Fry the potato cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Repeat with remaining butter and cakes.
For the Dipping Sauce
- 6
Prepare the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine sour cream, chopped chives, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
- 7
Serve
Serve the potato cakes hot with the chive dipping sauce on the side.