How to Make Real Traditional Irish Soda Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Real Traditional Irish Soda Bread is a classic and beloved recipe that has been passed down through generations in Ireland. This simple yet delicious bread is a staple in the Irish diet and is often enjoyed with a slathering of butter, alongside a cup of tea or as an accompaniment to a hearty stew.

What sets traditional Irish Soda Bread apart from other breads is its unique method of leavening. Instead of using yeast, this bread is leavened with baking soda, which creates a dense, sli...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat a heavy skillet, griddle, or cast-iron frying pan over medium-low heat.
  • Stir the flour and salt together in a bowl, and sift in the baking soda. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, and pour in the buttermilk. Stir the mixture quickly together into a dough, and turn out onto a floured work surface. Knead the dough a few times, just until it comes together. Gently form the dough into a flattened, round cake about 1/2 inch thick, and cut the round into quarters with a floured knife.
  • Sprinkle a little bit of flour into the bottom of the hot skillet, and cook the wedges 6 to 8 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Nutrition

    252 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 380mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 159mg