Description
Potato farls bring Ireland’s hearty culinary heritage to life with crispy, golden edges and rich, buttery flavor. Homemade potato cakes offer comfort and warmth you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Fats/Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine mashed potatoes, flour, melted butter, and salt in a mixing bowl, creating a cohesive dough that holds together without crumbling.
- If the mixture appears overly adhesive, gradually incorporate additional flour, ensuring the consistency remains pliable and manageable.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface, gently kneading for a minute to develop a smooth texture and ensure even ingredient distribution.
- Roll out the dough into a circular shape approximately ¼ inch thick, maintaining an even surface for uniform cooking.
- Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, divide the rolled dough into quarter sections, creating traditional potato farl triangles.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy griddle over medium-low heat, lightly greasing the surface with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully transfer the potato cake triangles onto the heated surface, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms and the interior remains tender.
- Watch carefully to prevent burning, adjusting heat as needed to achieve a crisp exterior and soft interior.
- Remove the potato farls from the skillet, placing them on a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
- Serve warm alongside breakfast items like eggs, bacon, or as a standalone comfort food, optionally accompanied by additional butter or fresh herbs.
Notes
- Flour your work surface generously to prevent sticking and ensure smooth rolling of the potato dough.
- For extra crispiness, use cold mashed potatoes from the refrigerator and make sure they are well-drained to remove excess moisture.
- Consider adding finely chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley to enhance the flavor profile and add a subtle green color.
- Gluten-free option: Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or almond flour for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg