Irish Potato Farls

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Simple Ingredients: With just a few pantry staples—potatoes, flour, butter, and salt—you can create a delicious side dish or snack.

• Quick Preparation: Ready in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for a hearty breakfast or a quick snack.

• Versatile Serving Options: Enjoy them plain, buttered, or with toppings like jam, honey, or smoked salmon.

• Budget-Friendly: An economical way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (about 900 grams) potatoes (such as Russets or Yukon Gold)

• 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 3 tablespoons (45 grams) unsalted butter, melted

• Additional butter for frying

(Tip: You'll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into equal-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot. Allow them to steam dry for a couple of minutes.

2. Mash the Potatoes: Mash the potatoes until smooth. For a fluffier texture, you can use a potato ricer.

3. Make the Dough: Add the melted butter to the mashed potatoes and mix

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Irish Potato Farls are traditional Irish potato cakes that are simple to prepare and delightfully versatile. Made from mashed potatoes, flour, and butter, these farls are typically cooked on a griddle or frying pan until golden brown. They are commonly enjoyed as part of a traditional Irish breakfast, alongside eggs, and sausages.

• Author: Janet
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 8 farls (4 per portion)
• Category: Side dish, Breakfast
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Irish
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (about 900 grams) potatoes (such as Russets or Yukon Gold)
• 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons (45 grams) unsalted butter, melted
• Additional butter for frying

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Notes

• Leftover mashed potatoes work great in this recipe, offering a convenient way to repurpose them into a delicious new dish.
• You can customize the farls by adding herbs or spices, such as chives, garlic powder, or black pepper, to the dough for extra flavor.