Description
Irish Potato Farls are a traditional Irish potato bread made from leftover mashed potatoes, flour, salt, and butter. This recipe yields soft and tender interiors with a golden, griddle-crisp exterior, perfect as part of a hearty breakfast or as a versatile snack. Quick to prepare and cook, farls offer a comforting, humble taste of Irish culinary heritage.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (about 1 pound) mashed potatoes (cooled)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, flour, salt, and melted butter until a dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Knead the Dough: Lightly flour a work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Gently knead until the dough is smooth but be careful not to overwork it to maintain tenderness.
- Roll and Shape: Roll the dough into a circle about 1/4 inch thick, making sure the thickness is even for uniform cooking.
- Cut into Farls: Using a knife or dough cutter, cut the rolled circle into four equal wedges (farls).
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. No oil or additional butter is needed for cooking.
- Cook the Farls: Place each farl in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown and slightly crisp crust.
- Serve Warm: Remove the cooked farls from the skillet and serve immediately with butter, eggs, or your favorite breakfast accompaniments.
Notes
- Use leftover mashed potatoes without heavy cream or excessive butter to reduce fat content.
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with rice or oat flour, noting texture changes.
- Farls can be made ahead, frozen, and reheated.
- Add herbs like chives or parsley for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Ensure skillet is well-heated before cooking for proper browning and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Keywords: Irish Potato Farls, Potato Bread, Traditional Irish Recipe, Breakfast Recipe, Potato Recipes, Leftover Mashed Potatoes
