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Irish Potato Farls:

Delicious Irish Potato Farls: Crispy Comfort in 30 Minutes

Authentic Irish Potato Farls are golden, crispy potato cakes perfect for any meal, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 farls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 large Russet potatoes starchy for fluffy texture
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
  • to taste Salt adjust to preference
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and quarter the Russet potatoes. Boil in salted water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and cool.
  2. Mash the cooled potatoes in a large bowl. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
  3. Lightly flour a surface, divide the dough into 2 balls. Flatten each into a disc about ½ inch thick and cut into quarters for the farls.
  4. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each farl for approximately 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Transfer cooked farls to a plate with paper towels to absorb excess butter. Serve warm with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1farlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customization is key—experiment with herbs or cheese for a personal touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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