Description
Looking for the best easy breakfast ideas? These authentic Irish potato farls are quick, simple, and so comforting! Perfect for brunch, family breakfasts, or when you want the best cozy side dish. They’re the best choice when you want something warm, buttery, and homemade. Save this easy farl recipe for your next breakfast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Chopped chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place mashed potatoes in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Add flour gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn onto floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
- Roll dough to 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut into rounds or triangles.
- Heat butter in skillet over medium heat.
- Cook farls 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to plate, top with extra butter and chives.
Notes
- Adjust salt if mashed potatoes are pre-seasoned.
- Add cheese to dough for a twist.
- Don’t overwork the dough to keep them light.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 farl
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg