Irish Potato Farls Recipe Using Simple Pantry Staples
Traditional Irish Potato Farls Recipe creates soft, griddle-cooked potato bread sliced into classic triangles. Crisp on the outside and tender inside, these farls are a staple of Irish breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds starchy potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
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Drain thoroughly and mash until completely smooth.
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Stir in butter and salt while potatoes are warm.
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Add flour gradually, mixing to form a soft dough.
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Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 3/4-inch thick round.
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Cut into four equal triangles.
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Cook on a preheated skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Serve warm.
Notes
Use starchy potatoes for the best texture.
Add flour gradually to avoid dense farls.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet for crisp edges.