Irish Potato Bacon Cakes
Crispy, golden, and packed with savory flavor, these Irish Potato Bacon Cakes are a perfect blend of rustic comfort and gourmet flair. Made with creamy mashed russet potatoes, smoky crumbled bacon, and a vibrant mix of green onions and fresh parsley, these patties are pan-fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch in every bite. Lightly seasoned with salt and pepper and held together with a touch of flour and a beaten egg, these potato cakes are easy to prepare yet irresistibly delicious. Whether you're serving them as a hearty side dish, a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or a quick snack, these versatile cakes pair beautifully with toppings like sour cream or herbed butter. With simple ingredients and a cook time of just 25 minutes, these Irish Potato Bacon Cakes bring the flavors of the Emerald Isle straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 6 slices Bacon
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks. Boil in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain thoroughly and mash until smooth. Allow them to cool slightly.
While the potatoes are boiling, cook the bacon over medium heat in a skillet until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and crumble it into small pieces. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, crumbled bacon, green onions, parsley, salt, black pepper, and the beaten egg. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Add the flour to the mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky to handle, sprinkle in a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Divide the potato dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter, vegetable oil, and reserved bacon grease. Once the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, carefully place the potato cakes in the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
Cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as sour cream or a dollop of butter. Enjoy your Irish Potato Bacon Cakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 3531 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.6 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 50.5 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 4466 mg | 95% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
