Description
This Lievito Madre Discard Soda Bread recipe is a delightful take on traditional Irish soda bread. The addition of lievito madre discard gives it a unique flavor profile and tender crumb, making it a perfect choice for brunch or as a snack.
Ingredients
Raisins:
- 1/4 cup
Lievito Madre Discard:
- 3 tablespoons
Buttermilk (room temperature):
- 3/4 cup
All-Purpose Flour:
- 1 3/4 cups
Granulated Sugar:
- 1 tablespoon
Baking Soda:
- 1/2 teaspoon
Salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375F/190C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Soak Raisins: In a small bowl, soak the raisins in boiling water for 10-15 minutes, then drain and towel dry.
- Mix Discard and Buttermilk: In another small bowl, mix the lievito madre discard and buttermilk.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and raisins. Add the discard mixture and combine with a fork until almost mixed.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, knead gently, shape into an oval, and place on the baking sheet. Score the dough with a deep cross.
- Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Lievito madre discard adds a tangy flavor and tender texture to the bread.
- To make homemade buttermilk, combine cream, milk, and vinegar or lemon juice.
- Store soda bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 994 kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 1904mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 196g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
