Description
Enjoy the taste of Ireland with this traditional recipe for Potato Farls. These savory potato cakes are made with a few simple ingredients and are perfect for a hearty breakfast or as a side dish with your favorite meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (650g/1lb 7oz) 3 medium potatoes (Russet, Maris Piper, Roosters)
- 3/4 cup (4oz/115g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (1oz/28g) butter (plus more for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil in a saucepan until tender. Drain and mash until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, salt, pepper, and butter until a dough forms.
- Shape Farls: Divide the dough into portions and shape into flat cakes.
- Cook Farls: Heat butter in a skillet and cook the farls until golden brown on both sides.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix in chopped herbs or grated cheese into the dough.
- These potato farls are best served warm with a dollop of butter or a side of eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 farl
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg