Clapshot is a traditional dish of boiled and mashed potatoes and turnips, and it is very fine. It could be regarded as Orkney’s national dish, although there are many versions from all over the British isles. It is best made with winter turnip (known in England as Swede) and with dry, floury potatoes.
INGREDIENTS:
- 700g potatoes, peeled and diced
- 700g turnips, peeled and diced
- 50g butter
- 1 tbsp double cream
- salt and pepper
METHOD:
- Cook the potatoes and turnips together in boiling salted water until tender (about 15 minutes) then drain well.
- Mash together wtih butter and cream and season to taste with salt and pepper. If you have chives, chop them finely and sprinkle over the top.
All done.