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Irish Potato Farl

A traditional Irish potato bread made with mashed potatoes and flour, pan-cooked until golden and comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 farls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Potato Dough
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes cooled, plain
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Place cooled mashed potatoes in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add flour, butter, and salt, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and pat into a round about ¾-inch thick.
  4. Cut the round into four triangular farls.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease if needed.
  6. Cook each farl for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Serve warm with butter or traditional Irish breakfast sides.

Notes

Use floury potatoes for best texture. Avoid adding milk to mashed potatoes.