Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive

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Golden pan-fried slices of traditional Irish soda bread served warm with a fragrant chive-infused Irish butter spread. This irish-inspired st. patrick’s day ready in about 30 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.1 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Irish cuisine 230 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp salt until combined. Make a well in the center and pour in 1 3/4 cups buttermilk.
  2. Step 2: Using your hands, gently mix the flour and buttermilk until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms, about 2 minutes. Do not overmix.
  3. Step 3: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 5 times to bring it together. Shape into a 7-inch round loaf and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice the dough into 1-inch thick slices and carefully place them in the skillet.
  5. Step 5: Fry the slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through with a crisp crust.
  6. Step 6: Meanwhile, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives until well combined.
  7. Step 7: Serve the warm pan-fried soda bread slices spread with the chive butter for a fragrant, buttery finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Fried Irish Soda Bread with Irish Butter and Chive?

Irish st. patrick’s day like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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