Irish Soda Farls are traditional Irish bread that is quick and easy to make. This simple recipe requires only a few ingredients and can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a side dish with soups or stews. The bread is light, fluffy, and has a slightly tangy flavor from the buttermilk.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Slowly add the buttermilk to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a round disk about 1 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into quarters to make 4 farls.
- Melt a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the farls for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining butter and farls.
- Serve warm with butter and your favorite jam or preserves.
Interesting Facts
Irish Soda Farls are a popular bread in Northern Ireland and are often served at breakfast with eggs and bacon.
The word 'farl' comes from the Scots language and means a quadrant-shaped piece of bread.