Description
Irish Potato Farls are a traditional Irish potato bread made from leftover mashed potatoes mixed with flour, salt, and butter. Rolled into a circle and cut into quarters, these farls are pan-fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining soft and fluffy inside. They are a beloved staple often served as part of an Ulster Fry breakfast or enjoyed warm with butter and eggs, highlighting the resourcefulness and comfort 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
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, salt, and melted butter. Stir together until a soft dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Lightly flour a work surface and turn the dough out. Gently knead it just until smooth, being careful not to overwork it to maintain tenderness.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll the dough into a circle about 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin, dusting with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
- Cut into Farls: Using a knife or bench scraper, cut the rolled dough circle into four equal triangular wedges called farls.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. No oil or butter is necessary as the dough contains butter.
- Cook Farls: Place each farl on the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside while remaining soft inside.
- Serve Warm: Remove the farls from the skillet and serve immediately warm, optionally with additional butter, eggs, or your favorite breakfast accompaniments.
Notes
- Use cooled mashed potatoes to prevent the dough from becoming too sticky.
- Do not over-knead the dough as it can make the farls tough.
- Adjust cooking time slightly if your skillet runs hot to avoid burning.
- Farls can be reheated in a skillet or toaster for a crisp finish.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and monitor texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Bread
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Keywords: Irish Potato Farls, Potato Bread, Irish Breakfast, Traditional Irish Recipe, Ulster Fry, Potato Bread Recipe
