This is a great starter and utilizes two of Ireland’s favorite foods – smoked salmon and, of course, delicious spuds.
Also, a major bonus is that the potato cakes can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Smoked Salmon on Potato Cakes
Serves 6
Ingredients
450g cooked, mashed potatoes
75g flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp. scallions, finely chopped
Salt, pepper, and nutmeg
50g butter, melted
125 ml soured cream
1 tbsp. dill, chopped
Salt and black pepper
And of course, as much smoked salmon as you desire.
Method
Mix the potato, flour, eggs, scallions, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and half the butter.
Mix well, then shape into 12 small potato cakes.
Heat the remaining butter in a non-stick pan, then cook the potato cakes until browned on both sides.
The cakes can be served immediately or refrigerated overnight.
Fifteen minutes before serving, reheat in a hot oven.
Serving suggestions
Mix the soured cream, dill, and seasoning.
Place a slice of smoked salmon on each potato cake and top with the cream mixture.
H/T: Bord Bia.
* This article was originally published in 2016, updated in Oct 2025.
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