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Authentic Irish Potato Farls

Authentic Irish Potato Farls

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Potato Farls, also known as Potato Cakes, with eggs, bacon, and tomatoes.
If you want a true Irish breakfast, make my Authentic Irish Potato Farls recipe—perfectly fried up and served next to eggs and bacon!

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 pieces 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Irish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (650g/1lb 7oz) potatoes (Russet, Maris Piper, Roosters) (about 3 medium potatoes)
  • ¾ cup (4oz/115g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons (1oz/28g) butter (plus more for cooking)

Instructions

  • Peel and chop your potatoes, then weigh them for accuracy.

  • Steam or boil the cubed potatoes in a medium pot until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

  • Remove the potatoes from the pot and place them in a sieve over a bowl to dry for 5 minutes.

  • While still hot, pass the potatoes through a sieve for a light, fluffy texture. Alternatively, use a ricer or masher.

  • Add flour, salt, pepper, and melted butter to the potatoes. Stir until the dough forms a ball.

  • Transfer 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.

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and melt a generous amount of butter.

  • Carefully add the potato farls and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown.

  • Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.

  • Serve immediately while hot as part of a traditional Irish breakfast or on their own.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in a pan.

  • For extra crispiness, fry in a mix of butter and oil.

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