Seafood Boxty with Smoked Salmon

Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes
• 8 ounces smoked salmon
• 1 cup crème fraîche
• 2 tablespoons chives
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 whole lemon

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and grate the large potatoes into a bowl. Use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, combine the grated potatoes with 1 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

3. 3

   Add 1 cup of buttermilk to the potato mixture and stir until just combined.

4. 4

   Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted.

5. 5

   Spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato batter into the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

6. 6

   Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

7. 7

   While the pancakes are cooking, finely chop 2 tablespoons of chives and set aside.

8. 8

   Once the pancakes are cooked, transfer them to a plate and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you finish cooking.

9. 9

   To serve, place 2-3 pancakes on each plate, top with slices of smoked salmon, a dollop of crème fraîche, and sprinkle with chopped chives.

10. 10

    Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top for added flavor and enjoy your Seafood Boxty!