Irish Potato Bites are my go-to snack for quick, tasty treats. They’re small, bite-sized, and packed with goodness.
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Irish Potato Bite recipe
Irish Potato Bites are a modern appetizer inspired by Irish cuisine. They are miniature versions of loaded potato skins. Small potatoes are baked until tender. They are then hollowed out and filled with a mixture of cheese, bacon, chive, and sour cream.
The filled potatoes are baked again until the cheese melts. They are served hot as appetizers or snacks. The dish is popular around St. Patrick’s Day. For this recipe, I will go vegetarian with mushrooms, instead of bacon.
Here’s how to make the Irish Potato Bites:
Healthy Irish Potato Bites
Crispy baby potatoes stuffed with sautéed mushrooms, Irish cheddar, and chives. A vegetarian twist on traditional Irish potato skins. Perfect party appetizer or St. Patrick's Day snack.
Ingredients
- 6 small potatoes baby or new potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1/4 cup cooked mushrooms finely diced, as a bacon alternative
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Wash and dry the potatoes, then cut them in half. Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out a small portion of the center, creating a small well.
- Brush the potato halves with melted butter, then place them cut-side down on the baking sheet. Roast for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix together cheese, sour cream, green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and mushrooms.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven, flip them over, and spoon the filling into each well.
- Return to the oven for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with extra green onions and serve warm!
Notes
- For a crispier texture, air-fry the potato skins before filling.
- For extra protein, add crumbled tofu or lentils to the filling.
- Make it dairy-free by using vegan cheese and dairy-free yogurt.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 5gFiber: 2g
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How to Pair
Here are some excellent pairings for Irish Potato Bites:
- Drinks:
- Irish Coffee works surprisingly well with hearty appetizers.
- Guinness Stout complements the earthiness of mushrooms and potatoes.
- Irish Whiskey enhances the savory elements.
- Hard Apple Cider cuts through the richness.
- Ginger Beer provides a nice contrast to the creamy potato filling.
- Shamrock shake provides a refreshing break between bites.
- Foods:
- Corned beef and cabbage transforms these appetizers into a complete Irish-themed meal.
- Irish stew pairs naturally with these bites.
- Soda bread is a perfect companion. Its dense, slightly sweet nature complements the savory potato bites.
- Green salad provides a fresh, light counterpoint to the rich potato bites.
Variations
Some variations of Irish Potato Bites include:
- Mediterranean Version
- Replace cheddar with feta cheese
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
- Add chopped olives and sun-dried tomatoes instead of mushrooms
- Add dried oregano and fresh basil
- Garnish with fresh parsley instead of green onions
- Asian-Inspired
- Replace mushrooms with stir-fried shiitake mushrooms
- Use cream cheese instead of sour cream
- Add ginger and sesame oil instead of garlic powder
- Replace green onions with finely chopped kimchi
- Garnish with furikake or sesame seeds
- Spicy Mexican
- Use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar
- Add diced jalapeños
- Replace mushrooms with black beans
- Add cumin and chili powder
- Garnish with cilantro and lime zest
- French-Style
- Use Gruyère cheese instead of cheddar
- Replace mushrooms with sautéed wild mushroom mix
- Add fresh thyme and a touch of Dijon mustard
- Use crème fraîche instead of sour cream
- Garnish with fresh chives
- Indian Fusion
- Add curry powder and garam masala
- Replace mushrooms with spiced cauliflower
- Use paneer cheese along with regular cheddar
- Add peas and carrots
- Garnish with fresh mint and cilantro