Potato Farl
Discover the charm of traditional Irish cooking with this potato farl recipe—a hearty and comforting staple that's both simple and satisfying. Made with just a handful of ingredients—russet potatoes, butter, flour, and a pinch of salt—this rustic treat transforms pantry staples into a soft, golden delight. The mashed potatoes are combined with flour to create a tender dough that’s shaped and griddled to perfection in mere minutes. Ready in under 30 minutes, potato farls are a versatile addition to your table, perfect served warm on their own, alongside eggs and bacon in a traditional Irish breakfast, or as a side dish for soups and stews. With their irresistible texture and buttery flavor, these potato farls are sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams russet potatoes
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- as needed extra flour
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes or until fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to steam dry for a minute.
Mash the potatoes until smooth, then mix in the butter and salt while the potatoes are still warm.
Allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then mix in the flour to create a soft dough.
Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it. Knead gently until the dough comes together.
Roll the dough into a round shape, about 1 cm thick. Use a knife to cut it into quarters.
Heat a dry, non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Cook the farls in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm, either on their own or as part of a traditional Irish breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2436 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.3 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2968 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
