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Crispy Buttery Irish Potato Farls Recipe Easy Homemade with Sea Salt

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A simple and delicious recipe for crispy, buttery Irish potato farls sprinkled with sea salt, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large starchy potatoes (about 500g / 1 lb), peeled and boiled (Russet recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for frying
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt for the dough, plus flaky sea salt for finishing
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: small handful of chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Place peeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and return to the pot.
  2. Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth. Let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer mashed potatoes to a mixing bowl. Add melted unsalted butter, flour, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine. If dough is sticky, add more flour one tablespoon at a time.
  4. Lightly flour your work surface and turn out the dough. Pat it into a round disc about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. Slice the disc into 4 equal triangles (farls).
  5. Let the farls rest on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
  6. Warm a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt, coating the pan evenly.
  7. Place the farls in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from pan and immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the farls while still warm.
  9. Serve warm. Keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F / 95°C) if finishing batches.

Notes

Resting the dough after shaping helps it hold together during cooking. Use real butter for best flavor and crispiness. Cook over medium heat and flip gently to avoid breaking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free blend. To reheat leftovers, use a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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