Irish Soda Farls

Soda bread dough is flattened into a round circle, and divided into farls meaning 4 parts. It is then cooked on a dry griddle or pan. Traditionally this was the quickest way to make soda bread for unexpected guests who drop by for a bit of craic (good fun). It's best eaten fresh with butter and jam but is also delicious fried as part of an Ulster breakfast.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 252 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat heavy based flat griddle or skillet on medium to low heat.

Step 2

Place flour and salt in a bowl and sift in baking soda. Make a well in the center, and pour in the buttermilk.

Step 3

Work quickly to mix into dough and knead very lightly on a well floured surface. Form into a flattened circle, about 1/2 inch thick and cut into quarters with a floured knife.

Step 4

Sprinkle a little flour over the base of the hot pan and cook the farls for 6 to 8 minutes on each side or until golden brown.