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Irish Potato Farl

Traditional Irish potato bread made from mashed potatoes and pan-fried until golden and crisp on the outside while soft inside.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 farls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Potato Farl Dough
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes plain and cooled
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • butter or oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix cooled mashed potatoes, melted butter, and salt until smooth.
  2. Gradually add flour and mix gently until a soft dough forms.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a round about 1/2 inch thick.
  4. Cut the round into four equal wedges.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
  6. Cook farls for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
  7. Serve warm with butter or as part of a traditional Irish breakfast.

Notes

Best made with plain leftover mashed potatoes. Adjust flour depending on moisture level.