Authentic Irish Potato Farls
Make traditional Irish Potato Farls using leftover mashed potatoes. These pan-fried potato cakes are crispy outside and fluffy inside, perfect for breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes (plain, no milk or cream added if possible)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Cut in the cold butter using your fingertips or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently bring the mixture together with your hands until a soft dough forms. Do not overwork the dough.
- Lightly dust a clean surface with flour. Turn the dough out onto the surface.
- Pat or lightly roll the dough into a circle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the circle into four equal wedges (farls).
- Heat a dry griddle or heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Place the farls on the hot griddle. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until they are golden brown and heated through.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Using cold, leftover mashed potatoes gives the best texture for farls. If you must make fresh mash, use only potato, salt, and a little butter; avoid adding milk or cream.
- For a crispier exterior, cook the farls slightly longer on medium-low heat.
- These are excellent served with bacon, eggs, or a spread of butter and jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 farl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 10