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.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams russet potatoes
• 30 grams unsalted butter
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0 as needed extra flour

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.

Step 2

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes or until fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to steam dry for a minute.

Step 4

Mash the potatoes until smooth, then mix in the butter and salt while the potatoes are still warm.

Step 5

Allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then mix in the flour to create a soft dough.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it. Knead gently until the dough comes together.

Step 7

Roll the dough into a round shape, about 1 cm thick. Use a knife to cut it into quarters.

Step 8

Heat a dry, non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 9

Cook the farls in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Serve warm, either on their own or as part of a traditional Irish breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250.1

Total Fat 27.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 66.4mg	0%
Sodium 2436.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.1g
Protein 30.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102.4mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2967.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.4%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 71.1%