The word farl originates from the Gaelic word fardel meaning four parts. These potato griddle breads can be made with leftover mashed potatoes too. Serve hot with a little butter and salt, or fry them alongside soda bread as part of an Ulster Fry-up.
Original recipe makes 4 farls
Ingredients
4 medium potatoes, peeled and halved
1 pinch salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 tablespoon melted butter
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PREP
15 mins
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COOK
30 mins
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READY IN
45 mins
Directions
- In a pot, cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Simmer on medium-high heat until the center of the potatoes are tender when pricked with a fork, about 20 minutes. Turn off heat. Drain, return potatoes to pot and allow to completely dry out over remaining heat. Mash with a potato masher until smooth.
- Place warm mashed potato in medium bowl. Stir in flour, salt and melted butter. Mix lightly until dough forms.
- On a well floured surface, knead the dough lightly. The dough will be sticky. Use a floured rolling pin to flatten into a 9 inch circle about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into quarters using a floured knife.
- Sprinkle a little flour into the base of the skillet and cook the farls for 3 minutes on each side or until evenly browned. Season with a little salt and serve straight away.
Nutrition
Calories: 218 kcal
Carbohydrates: 43.2 g
Cholesterol: 8 mg
Fat: 3.1 g
Fiber: 4.9 g
Protein: 5.1 g
Sodium: 130 mg