WHOLE WHEAT IRISH SODA BREAD WITH BULGUR
If you have ever been to Ireland you have tasted soda bread, a moist, easy to make bread that is rich and nutty tasting when made with whole wheat flour. It is a very quick and easy bread to make as long as you are willing to get your hands sticky. When you pull the bread from the oven wrap it loosely in a kitchen towel and allow to cool. This softens the crust and makes it easier to cut.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 9-inch loaf (about 16 generous slices)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the bulgur in a bowl and pour on 1 cup boiling water, or enough to cover the bulgur by about 1/2 inch. Cover the bowl and allow the bulgur to sit for 30 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed and the grains are tender.
- Meanwhile preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Place the flour in a large, wide bowl and sift in the baking soda and salt. Mix in with your hands or with a wide spatula. Make a well in the middle of the flour and pour in the buttermilk. Add the bulgur to the well, then mix in the flour from the sides of the bowl to the center using a wide rubber spatula, a wide wooden spoon or your hands, turning the bowl and sweeping the flour from the sides into the buttermilk. Mix until the bulgur and buttermilk have been incorporated into the flour, then scrape out onto a lightly floured work surface. The dough should be soft and a bit sticky. Flour your hands so it won't stick to them.
- Gently knead the dough, only enough to shape it into a ball, then with floured hands gently pat it down to a 2-inch high round, about 9 inches in diameter. Place it on the parchment-lined baking sheet and cut a 1/2-inch deep cross across the top.
- Place in the oven and bake 20 minutes at 450 degrees. Turn down the heat to 375 degrees and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the loaf responds with a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom. Remove from the oven, wrap loosely in a cloth or kitchen towel, and cool on a rack.
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Alexander S
[email protected]This was my first time making soda bread and it turned out great! I was so happy with the results.
Official Trap
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes for soda bread. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Sadiq Lawal
[email protected]I like to experiment with different ingredients in this recipe. I've added everything from cheese to bacon to dried fruit.
Bacchu Miya
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses whole wheat flour and bulgur. It makes the bread healthier and more filling.
Bilal Hussen2
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make traditional Irish soda bread. The bread is dense and moist, with a slightly sour flavor.
Grimtap Aftan
[email protected]I made this bread for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Nimsara Antony2008
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver for busy moms. It's so quick and easy to make, and the bread is always delicious.
ali butt 302
[email protected]I'm gluten-free and was excited to find this recipe for whole wheat Irish soda bread with bulgur. The bread turned out great! It was dense and moist, with a slightly nutty flavor.
Marcus Petit Frere
[email protected]I'm a big fan of sourdough bread, but I was curious to try this recipe for a different type of bread. I was really impressed with the results. The bread was light and fluffy, with a nice tangy flavor.
Layla Holmes
[email protected]This was my first time making soda bread and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the bread was delicious.
Ishtiaq Kamboh
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bulgur. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough for extra flavor.
Sanjeep Official
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or stew.
gaming with emmi
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for soda bread. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.
Jeremiah Castillo
[email protected]I was skeptical about the bulgur in this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a subtle nutty flavor and a nice chewy texture.
Natasha Ndlovu
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to incorporate more whole grains into my diet, and this recipe was a great way to do that. The bread was delicious and filling, and I felt good about eating it.
theresa sexton pence
[email protected]This was an excellent recipe! The bread turned out perfectly, with a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy interior. The combination of whole wheat flour and bulgur added a nice nutty flavor and texture.