Authentic Irish Potato Farls Recipe

Method7 steps · about 40 min

1. 1

   Step 1: In a medium pot over medium-high heat, boil the cubed potatoes (3 medium) until tender, roughly 20-25 minutes.

   Boil potatoes · 25 minUses 3 medium potatoes (1 lb 7 oz/650 g) (peeled and cubed) · water, enough to boil the potatoes

2. 2

   Step 2: Remove the potatoes from the pot and place them in a sieve over a bowl, allowing them to dry off slightly for 5 minutes.

   Uses boiled potatoes

3. 3

   Step 3: While still hot, pass the potatoes through the sieve to yield light, fluffy potatoes.

   Uses drained hot potatoes

4. 4

   Step 4: To your potatoes, add the flour, salt (1), pepper, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir the dough together until it forms a ball.

   Uses sieved potatoes · ¾ cup (4 oz/115 g) all-purpose flour · 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt · ½ teaspoon black pepper · 2 tablespoons melted butter for dough

5. 5

   Step 5: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and flatten it into an 8 inch round disc. Using a large knife cut the disc into 6 pieces.

   Uses potato dough · all-purpose flour, as needed for dusting

6. 6

   Step 6: In a large frying pan , over medium heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and wait until it bubbles. Carefully add the potato farls and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Flip them over and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the other side. They should be crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle.

   Uses six shaped potato farls · remaining 2 tablespoons butter for frying

7. 7

   Step 7: Serve while hot as part of a traditional Irish breakfast! These potato farls are best enjoyed freshly made, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with more butter in a pan.

   Uses fried potato farls · butter, optional extra for reheating