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Irish Potato Far

Crispy Irish Potato Far: Your New Favorite Breakfast Treat

Discover the delightful taste of Irish Potato Farls, a comforting breakfast treat that's quick and easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Drain Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 farls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium potatoes (Russet or Maris Piper) Choose fluffy varieties for the best texture.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Forms the base and gives structure.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds depth and subtle kick.
  • 3 tablespoons butter For frying; also great for flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Sieve
  • Mixer
  • Skillet
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Peel and chop potatoes into uniform pieces. Boil in a large pot for about 20 to 25 minutes until tender.
  2. Drain potatoes in a sieve for 5 minutes to eliminate excess moisture, then mash or rice them until fluffy.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, salt, pepper, and melted butter until a soft dough forms.
  4. Turn dough onto a floured surface, shaping it into an 8-inch round disc about half an inch thick. Cut into 6 pieces.
  5. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each farl for about 5 minutes until golden on one side, then flip and fry for another 4 to 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from skillet and drain briefly on paper towel. Serve hot with fried eggs, grilled tomatoes, or butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1farlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooked farls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked farls for up to 3 months.

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