Irish Potato Cakes (Potato Farls) – A Cozy, Traditional Favorite
Irish Potato Cakes, or Potato Farls, are a traditional Irish dish made from simple ingredients—mashed potatoes, flour, butter, and seasoning. Pan-fried to golden perfection, they have a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy inside. These delicious potato cakes are a fantastic way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and make a comforting addition to breakfast or as a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes (cold)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (plus extra for frying)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a ¼-inch thick circle. Cut into four triangle-shaped farls.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter. Cook the farls for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Serve warm with butter or as part of an Irish breakfast with eggs, bacon, and sausage.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, cook over medium-low heat and flip when golden.
- If using freshly mashed potatoes, let them cool before making the dough.
- Try adding grated cheese, herbs, or garlic powder for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 12mg