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Irish Soda Bread before and after Baking Soda

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Irish Soda Bread before and after Baking Soda
From – https://www.reddit.com/r/TastingHistory/comments/11r8k0k/irish_soda_bread_from_1836/

Irish Soda Bread before and after Baking Soda

Tasting History is a popular YouTube channel that focuses on exploring the origins and history of different foods and recipes. In one of their recent videos, the host Max Miller delved into the history of Irish soda bread and how it has evolved over time. The video titled “Irish Soda Bread before 1836” takes a closer look at the traditional recipe of Irish soda bread and how it has changed since the introduction of baking soda.

From – https://www.youtube.com/@TastingHistory

The video starts with a brief history of soda bread and its origins in Ireland. Soda bread is a type of bread that is made using baking soda as the leavening agent instead of yeast. This type of bread was first made in Ireland in the 1800s as a result of the widespread poverty and lack of access to yeast. The traditional recipe of soda bread only required four basic ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk. The ingredients were mixed together to form a dough, shaped into a round loaf and baked in a cast-iron pot over an open fire.

Miller then goes on to explain how the introduction of baking soda in 1836 revolutionized the way soda bread was made. The new ingredient allowed for a lighter and fluffier bread, and the recipe was further modified to include additional ingredients such as sugar, butter and currants. This resulted in what is known today as “modern” Irish soda bread.

The video then takes a closer look at the traditional recipe of Irish soda bread before the introduction of baking soda. Miller demonstrates how to make the bread using the original recipe and explains the science behind the leavening process. He also highlights some of the challenges involved in making the bread such as the difficulty of achieving the right consistency and the risk of burning the bread during the baking process.

Overall, the video provides an interesting insight into the history of Irish soda bread and how it has evolved over time. It showcases the simplicity and ingenuity of the original recipe while also highlighting the impact of new ingredients and modern baking techniques on the final product. For anyone interested in the history of food and cooking this video is definitely worth a watch.


How to make the perfect Irish Soda Bread

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Please see the instructions and video below on how to make the perfect Irish Soda Bread. Soda Bread is healty and perfect to enjoy any time of the day.

Irish Soda Bread before and after Baking Soda

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Ann power

Wednesday 1st of November 2023

In Ireland we use Bread soda which is Bicarbonate of soda not baking powder.

Daniel

Monday 25th of December 2023

@Ann power, the recipe does say bicarb of soda if you look, plus in the states it's called baking soda/powder.

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