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Slow Cooker Irish Boxty Potato Dumplings Recipe Easy Homemade Herb Butter

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A comforting slow cooker recipe for tender Irish boxty potato dumplings infused with fresh herb butter, perfect for cozy nights and easy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Non-stick cooking spray or a little vegetable oil (to grease slow cooker)
  • Optional: a squeeze of fresh lemon juice in the herb butter

Instructions

  1. Peel and grate potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture until mostly dry.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine grated potatoes, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add the beaten egg and stir gently until just combined. Adjust consistency with milk or flour if needed.
  3. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with chopped parsley, thyme, chives, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside at room temperature.
  4. Spray the slow cooker pot liberally with non-stick spray or rub a tablespoon of vegetable oil over the bottom and sides to prevent sticking.
  5. Form the potato batter into small dumplings about the size of a golf ball. Place them gently in a single layer inside the slow cooker, spacing slightly.
  6. Dot the top of the dumplings generously with herb butter. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. After cooking, use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer dumplings to plates. Spoon any melted herb butter from the slow cooker over top before serving.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from grated potatoes to avoid soggy dumplings. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat. Let dumplings rest with lid off for 10 minutes if too soft before serving. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or oat flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter. Vegan option: use flax egg and vegan butter.

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Keywords: Irish boxty, potato dumplings, slow cooker recipe, herb butter, comfort food, easy dumplings, homemade boxty

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